Skinny Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

Name: Skinny Cajun Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Fettucine; 1- 1/2 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 3 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning; 3 whole Bell Peppers, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Sliced; 1/2 cups Red Onion, Sliced; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 2 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth; 1/2 cups Plain Greek Yogurt; 1 dash Cayenne Pepper; 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper; 3 Tablespoons Italian Parsley, Chopped

Servings: persons

1 pound Fettucine
1- 1/2 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
3 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning
3 whole Bell Peppers, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Sliced
1/2 cups Red Onion, Sliced
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
2 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth
1/2 cups Plain Greek Yogurt
1 dash Cayenne Pepper
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper
3 Tablespoons Italian Parsley, Chopped

1
Cook pasta in well-salted water according to package directions.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
While pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
4
Sprinkle 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning over chicken.
5
Add chicken into the hot skillet in one layer (you may have to do this in batches if your skillet isnt large enough).
6
Allow to cook for 1-2 minutes without stirring.
7
Flip and cook for another minute or two without stirring.
8
When chicken is browned on both sides and cooked through, remove from skillet and set aside.
9
Add second tablespoon of olive oil into the same skillet.
10
Sprinkle peppers and onions with 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning and the garlic powder.
11
Add the veggie mixture into the skillet and cook on high heat until veggies are charred well.
12
Remove vegetables from the pan.
13
Add chicken broth into the pan and cook for about 3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze the pan.
14
Reduce heat to low and add chicken, vegetables, cooked pasta, and Greek yogurt.
15
Stir well to combine.
16
Taste for seasoning and add cayenne, salt and pepper.
17
Serve in bowls garnished with chopped parsley.

384

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Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 pound Fettucine, 1- 1/2 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 3 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning, and more.

Yes, Skinny Cajun Chicken Pasta 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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Skinny Cajun Chicken Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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