Even beginner home chefs can make this! It instantly takes my Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake recipe to the next level. Making your own Alfredo sauce from scratch may sound intimidating, but it couldn’t be simpler. PRO TIP: Make your own homemade Cajun seasoningby combining the following spices: 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, and 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Fresh Parsley: For garnish, if desired.Keep in mind, though, that it’ll never be as good as my from-scratch version! Just opt for a high-quality brand like Rao’s if going this route. Alfredo Sauce: Make your own by following the steps below, or buy it off the shelf.Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese: Just half of a cup will make bind this baked pasta dish together and make it super creamy.Make your own by following the tip below, and make sure to double or even triple it so you always have some on-hand. Cajun Seasoning: You’ll need four teaspoons for this recipe.Extra Virgin Olive Oil: To keep the chicken pieces from sticking to the pan.I like boneless, skinless chicken thighs because they don’t dry out when baked and yield a ton of flavor, but you could also use chicken breasts, if you prefer. ![]() Chicken Thighs: You’ll need 1 pound in total for this recipe.But you can use whatever you prefer! Bowties, cavatappi, and elbows would also work beautifully, as well as whole wheat pasta. Penne Pasta: I chose this type of pasta because it’s easy to pick up with a fork, it’s sturdy, and the ridges help the Alfredo sauce adhere to the noodles.This is an easy weeknight dinner, but it would also make a delicious, simple Valentine’s Day dinner, especially when served with my favorite red wine sangria. Just sauté your chicken, boil your pasta, make a quick Alfredo sauce, then toss is all together in a baking dish and let you oven do the work. It’s a beautiful as it is delicious! Not to mention it’s a cinch to make. This recipe is loaded with penne pasta, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, and creamy Alfredo sauce, then topped with fresh chopped parsley. If you like blackened chicken and a bit of spice, you will definitely love this dish. This Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake recipe is creamy, decadent, and pairs perfectly with a side salad, some homemade focaccia bread, and a cup of soup. (Well, I should say if my metabolism worked at hyper speed.) ![]() I would eat it every night of the week, if I could. Top it with some finely chopped chives for a little kick you won’t regret it.I have to admit that I love pasta. It doesn’t get old!Ĭreamy cajun linguine is such a keeper in our household. I always enjoy looking forward to dinner, and this recipe is one that consistently does that for me. It also means that we need to start exploring simpler recipes, and particularly recipes that do not take very long to prepare.Ĭreating a simple cream sauce with garlic and spice, then coating noodles in said cream sauce is definitely one of our more favorable options. Sooo, needless to say, we need to settle back into a habit of cooking at home, even if that means eating dinner later than usual. we moved downtown and now have access to countless restaurants around us (my heaven!). ![]() We have been eating out more than ever over the last month. I oftentimes rely upon Mark to have dinner started by the time I get home. I’ve started working full time again, and my weeknight free time is VERY limited now. I love the simplicity of garlic, cream sauce, and spices coating long noodle pasta, such as linguine. It’s not only easy to make, but creamy, simple pastas exhibit a simple elegance to me. Do you ever have similar experiences? I can literally be sitting at my desk during the day, dreaming of dinner, and oftentimes my dreams tend to lean towards spicy, creamy pastas.
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