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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Recipe by Chef Jack Ovens

A one‑pot, meal‑prep friendly Cajun‑spiced chicken pasta with a pink‑rose sauce made from tomatoes and cream. Perfectly seasoned, creamy, and easy to clean up, this dish yields five ready‑to‑go containers that keep for days in the fridge or months in the freezer.

EasyAmericanServes 5

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Source Video
50m
Prep
23m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 23m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$14.26
Total cost
$2.85
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Season chicken thoroughly so flavor penetrates
  • Sear chicken without burning the spices
  • Deglaze the pan to lift caramelized bits
  • Cook pasta directly in the sauce to achieve a creamy coating
  • Allow the dish to cool before sealing containers to avoid condensation

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can cause burns – handle the pot with oven mitts
  • Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
  • Steam released when deglazing can cause splatter

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