Description

This One Pot Cajun Chicken Shellbows Pasta is a creamy, bold, and flavor-packed dinner made all in one pan. Tender chicken, perfectly cooked shellbows, and a rich Cajun sauce come together for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

400g chicken breast, diced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Pasta:

250g shellbows (or small pasta shells)

For the Sauce:

3 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional:

Fresh parsley for garnish

Extra Parmesan for serving

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Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

2. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper, then cook until golden. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pot, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.

4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

5. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally.

6. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, paprika, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

7. Return chicken to the pot and mix well.

8. Cook for 2–3 minutes until everything is creamy and heated through.

9. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan, then serve hot.

Notes

Adjust Cajun seasoning for spice level.

Stir frequently to prevent pasta from sticking.

Add spinach or mushrooms for variation.

Serve immediately for best creamy texture.