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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

  • prep time: 20 min
  • total time: 40 min
  • serves: 4 people
  • calories: 737 1 serving

This Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a craveworthy mash-up of bold flavors and comforting pasta that comes together with minimal effort in just 30 minutes. Tender chicken, smoky sausage, sautéed onions, peppers and penne simmer in our Creamy Cajun Alfredo Sauce, bringing layers of bold, savory flavor together in one pan. The result is a hearty and comforting dish full of Louisiana-inspired flair, with just the right amount of heat. Fast, flavorful and incredibly satisfying, this delicious pasta dinner delivers big Cajun taste without the extra work.

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, halved and sliced (about 3/4 cup)
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips (about 1 cup)
  • 8 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 jar (14.5 ounces) Prego® Cajun Alfredo Pasta Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional

Instructions

  • Step 1

    Cook and drain the penne according to package directions.  Season the chicken with salt and pepper, if desired.

  • Step 2

    While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.  Add the chicken, then the onion and pepper and cook undisturbed, for 3 minutes.  Stir in the andouille sausage and cook for 4 minutes or until the chicken is lightly browned and vegetables are tender.

  • Step 3

    Stir in the sauce and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat and simmer for 3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in the center (with an internal temperature of 165°F). Serve over the cooked penne or stir to combine and garnish with the parsley.

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Made With

Calories 737
Total Fat 38 g
Sat. Fat 12.8 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 168 mg
Sodium 1167 mg
Total Carb 54 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Sugar 6 g
Protein 41 g
Vitamin D 3 %DV
Calcium 8 %DV
Iron 17 %DV
Potassium 19 %DV

This nutritional information refers to each serving of the entire recipe and not just the products used as ingredients.