Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Spiced chicken and peppers in a creamy tomato sauce with penne. A weeknight favourite with a gentle kick.
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.79 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Toss the chicken with the Cajun seasoning. Boil the pasta in salted water following the packet instructions, saving a mug of the water.
10 min - 2
Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Fry the chicken for 6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Lift out.
6 min - 3
Cook the pepper and onion in the same pan for 6 minutes. Add the garlic and tomato purée for 1 minute.
6 min - 4
Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle bubble. Stir in the parmesan and a splash of pasta water.
- 5
Return the chicken, add the drained pasta and toss well until glossy.
- 6
Serve scattered with parsley.
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