One Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta is a one-pot pressure cooker sensation, bringing together spicy Cajun flavors, tender chicken, and a rich sauce for a quick weeknight comfort meal.
Equipment
- 1 Pressure Cooker
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 teaspoon smoked paprika packed with smoky goodness
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper adds heat
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 0.5 lb uncooked penne pasta
- 15 oz fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 3 green onions sliced
Instructions
Instructions
- Start by mixing all your Cajun spices together in a small bowl. This blend is gonna set the whole flavor tone.
- Heat your olive oil and butter straight in the pressure cooker’s pot over medium heat. Wait till it’s shimmering.
- Toss in your chicken, season it with half the spice mix, and cook till browned and cooked through. Then scoop it out and set aside for later.
- Add diced onion to that same pot and sauté for like 5 minutes until soft and smelling good. This builds the base of flavor.
- Return your chicken to the pot, toss in uncooked pasta and chicken broth. Stir so nothing sticks to the bottom.
- Lock your lid on and wait for the float valve to pop up signaling pressure build. Cook at high pressure for 5 minutes. Then do a quick release so pasta doesn't get mushy.
- Open the lid carefully, stir in your cream cheese and stir till it all melts into a luscious creamy sauce.
- Sprinkle the rest of your Cajun seasoning and green onions on top to finish.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
Cool leftovers completely before sealing. Refrigerate 3 days or freeze. Stir in broth or water if sauce thickens when reheating. Swap cream cheese or pasta types for variations.