Cajun Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake
If you’re searching for a comforting dish that brings warmth and excitement to your dinner table, the Cajun Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake is a must-try! This creamy, cheesy pasta bake combines tender chicken with bold Cajun flavors and vibrant vegetables, making it an instant hit for family dinners or gatherings. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder minimizes cleanup while maximizing flavor. The delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen will have everyone eager to dig in!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté cubed chicken with Cajun seasoning until cooked through (5–7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in cream cheese until melted. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; mix until smooth.
- Add cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; stir until creamy.
- Combine the cooked chicken and pasta with the sauce mixture.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg