Description
Indulge in the flavorful Cajun Chicken Pasta Bowl with Creamy Spinach Sauce, a dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into culinary adventures. This recipe features succulent chicken seasoned with bold Cajun spices, served atop al dente penne pasta and coated in a luscious creamy spinach sauce. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, this comforting bowl is perfect for both casual meals and special occasions. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying dish that pleases the palate and warms the soul. Experience the thrill of cooking with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with olive oil and Cajun spices; toss to coat.
- Sear chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through; rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and mushrooms in butter and olive oil until softened. Add flour, whisk in milk and cream, then stir in Parmesan cheese and spinach until wilted.
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- Combine pasta, sliced chicken, and creamy sauce in bowls; garnish with cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet, Boiling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg