Tuesday, May 16, 2017

Cajun Chicken Pasta

Y’all know me… when it comes to dinner, I like quick and easy!  I actually got this recipe from Brian’s momma many years ago and I have been making it ever since.  It’s one of the few recipes that the entire family loves, picky Jacob and Olivia included! 

If you’re a person who doesn’t like spicy foods, don’t let the word Cajun scare you away!  This dish can be served as spicy or as mild as you like it… all you have to do is use more or less of the Cajun seasoning.  Our kids do not like anything spicy so I stick to the non-spicy version even though I love a bit of heat!  


Buy It

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, washed
Garlic
Salt
Pepper
Cajun seasoning
Olive oil
16 oz. box Rotini noodles (I used the tri-color rotini, hence the multiple colors)
Water to boil noodles
1 jar alfredo sauce (I love Newman's Own Roasted Garlic Alfredo Sauce)
1 tomato, diced
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Make It

1.    Sprinkle chicken on both sides with garlic, salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning and slice into bite sized pieces.

2.    Add 2 Tbsp. olive oil to a skillet and heat to medium-high heat.

3.    Once the skillet is hot, add all chicken pieces, and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the middle.  Be sure to stir often so the chicken doesn’t burn.  Once completely cooked, remove from the burner and set aside.

4.    In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook noodles according to the box instructions.

5.    When noodles are done, drain and pour in a large baking dish.

6.    Pour alfredo sauce over the noodles and stir until noodles are completely covered.

7.    Stir bite-sized chicken pieces in with the noodle and sauce mixture.

8.    Sprinkle diced tomatoes over the top of the dish.

9.    Sprinkle green onions over the top of the dish.

10. Top with parmesan cheese.

11. Bake at 350 degrees for ten minutes or until cheese is bubbly and brown.



I like to serve this with a side, preferably a green.  On this evening we enjoyed ours with fresh steamed green beans and it was delish!

This one is always a real crowd pleaser!

Let me know what you think!

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19 comments:

  1. Emily: Three boys and a girl blogMay 16, 2017 at 6:52 AM

    Yum this looks Delish!! Saving it!

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  2. Kelcy DuvallMay 16, 2017 at 6:57 AM

    This looks SO good! Thanks for sharing!

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  3. Lizzie @ This Happy LifeMay 16, 2017 at 7:17 AM

    This sounds amazing!! Pinning for future dinner!!

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  4. Laura E.May 16, 2017 at 8:09 AM

    Wow, this looks so good! I'm all about easy dinners too. Pinning it! :)

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  5. Stang&CoMay 16, 2017 at 8:35 AM

    This looks delish! I may need to give this a try-our dinner rotation has been pretty bleak lately ;-)

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  6. Tractors and Glam BlogMay 16, 2017 at 8:49 AM

    My family would love this. I am going to have to add it to my next week's menu. Thank you for sharing!

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  7. Hall Around TexasMay 16, 2017 at 10:06 AM

    Oh yum! This looks and sounds delicious. I think it would be good both ways - spicy and not so spicy.

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  8. Jenuine HappinessMay 16, 2017 at 10:08 AM

    There's something absolutely perfect about this dish for spring/summertime! It even looks the part. Plus I love that you can spice it to your preference.

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  9. Beautifully CandidMay 16, 2017 at 10:28 AM

    This looks so tasty and perfect for a spring and summer dish! I think my little guys would like it too Beautifully Candid

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  10. Lexie Loo, Lily, Liam & Dylan TooMay 16, 2017 at 10:42 AM

    I would definitely make it without the spice! It looks delicious and perfect for a Summer side dish!

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  11. Sparkles and LattesMay 16, 2017 at 11:15 AM

    Sounds good and super easy!!!

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  12. Our Pretty Little GirlsMay 16, 2017 at 1:54 PM

    And now I am starving. This look like summer perfection!

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  13. A Gal Named AlMay 16, 2017 at 2:10 PM

    Sounds easy enough! My husband would enjoy this, and it would be great to make for a poolside BBQ! Thanks for sharing!

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  14. CarrieMay 16, 2017 at 6:41 PM

    Yummy and simple is something I'm all over! Thanks for linking up with The Blended Blog for Tasty Tuesdays.

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  15. PolkaDottyPlaceMay 17, 2017 at 2:32 PM

    Saved this recipe because it looks amazing!! We think alike... I posted a Mexican Pasta Salad recipe yesterday. Summer and pasta salad just go great together :)

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  16. My Glittery HeartMay 17, 2017 at 7:50 PM

    That looks heavenly!! My crew would devour that!

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  17. Simple Purposeful LivingMay 17, 2017 at 10:22 PM

    YUM :) I have never used cajun seasoning before....do you just get it in the spices section? xoxo ERIN

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