Spicy Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
with Cheese
- Cereals containing gluten
- Milk
- Egg
Looking for a quick and tasty midweek dinner option? Try cooking up our Spicy Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta in just 20 minutes for a delicious and speedy meal.
Ingredients
180
Penne Pasta
(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)
1
Garlic Clove
260
Diced British Chicken Thigh
1
Cajun Spice Mix
1
Tomato Passata
10
Chicken Stock Paste
20
Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese
(Contains: Milk, Egg)
75
Creme Fraiche
(Contains: Milk)
Not included in your delivery
100
Water for the Sauce
Utensils
Instructions
a) Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 1/2 tsp salt.
b) When boiling, add the penne to the water and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.
c) Once cooked, drain in a colander and pop back into the pan. Drizzle with oil and stir through to stop it sticking together.
a) Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat.
b) Once hot, add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw chicken and its packaging.
c) Fry until golden brown on the outside, 5-6 mins.
a) Add the garlic and Cajun spice mix (add less if you'd prefer things milder) to the pan. Cook, stirring frequently, for 1 min.
b) Stir in the passata, chicken stock paste and water for the sauce (see pantry for amount).
c) Bring to the boil, then lower the heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 5-6 mins.
a) Once the sauce has thickened, stir through half the grated hard Italian style cheese, followed by the creme fraiche.
b) Bring to the boil, stirring, then remove from the heat. IMPORTANT: The chicken is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.
c) Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
a) Add the cooked pasta to the creamy sauce and mix well to combine. Reheat until piping hot if needed.
b) Share the creamy Cajun chicken pasta between your bowls.
c) Sprinkle over the remaining cheese to finish.
Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Customers love the creamy, spicy Cajun flavour, though some find it too hot; consider using less spice for milder tastes.
- Ease of prep: Quick, simple, and easy to make, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cooking with kids.
- Suggestions: Add vegetables like spinach, peppers, or mushrooms for more nutrition and variety; consider swapping chicken thighs for breast meat.
- Next-day meals: Leftovers keep well and make great lunches, with some finding the flavours even better the next day.
- Portions: Some felt portions were small; consider adding extra pasta or a side dish like garlic bread or salad.
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