Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe

Name: Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages (12 ounces each) bow tie pasta; 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 bunches green onions, chopped; 2 medium green peppers, chopped; 2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth; 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted; 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted; 3/4 cup 2% milk; 2-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Servings: persons

2 packages (12 ounces each) bow tie pasta
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 bunches green onions, chopped
2 medium green peppers, chopped
2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
3/4 cup 2% milk
2-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Cook pasta according to package directions to al dente.
2
Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until juices run clear. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. In same pan, saute onions and peppers in remaining oil until tender. Add broth, soups, milk, Cajun seasoning and garlic powder. Bring to a boil; remove from heat.
3
Drain pasta. Add pasta and chicken to soup mixture; toss to coat. Divide between two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and bake casseroles 20-25 minutes or until bubbly. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casseroles; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Bake casseroles, as directed, increasing time to 55-60 minutes or until heated through and a thermometer in center reads 165u00b0.

1666

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

198

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 packages (12 ounces each) bow tie pasta, 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips, 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 2 bunches green onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake

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