Description
Cajun Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake is a delightful fusion of creamy cheese, tender chicken, and zesty Cajun spices layered over perfectly cooked pasta. This comforting dish not only satisfies your cravings but also brings warmth and joy to family dinners or gatherings with friends. With its rich flavors and enticing aroma, it promises to be the star of any meal. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, this bake is a must-try for anyone seeking a hearty, delicious dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat for best flavor)
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for saut?ing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375?F (190?C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and toss with olive oil.
- In a skillet over medium heat, saut? diced chicken in olive oil until golden brown, about 7-10 minutes. Add minced garlic during the last minute.
- In the same skillet, combine cream cheese and chicken broth over low heat until smooth; stir in Cajun seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix the cooked pasta and saut?ed chicken into the creamy sauce until well combined.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish, top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg