EASY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA

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In today’s video, we’re making a mouth-watering Cajun Chicken Pasta that’s bursting with flavors!
What You’ll Learn:
Seasoning the Chicken
Cooking Techniques
Sautéing Veggies
Creamy Sauce
Combining Ingredients
Plating and Presentation
Join us as we transform simple ingredients into a delicious Cajun Chicken Pasta that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to making Cajun chicken pasta with minced garlic, red and green bell peppers, tomatoes, and spinach:
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
1/2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Pasta:
1 tablespoon olive oil
100 grams pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
2cloves garlic, minced
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Cook the Pasta:
Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until 1 minute before al dente. Drain and set aside.(keep 1 cup pasta water for the sauce)
2. Prepare the Chicken:
Season Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook the Vegetables:
Sauté Veggies: add 2 tablespoon of olive oil . Add the minced garlic after 15 seconds add bell peppers , and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the bell peppers begin a little bit soften. Increase the heat Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned, about 2 minutes.
3. Cook the Vegetables:
Sauté Veggies: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil if needed. Add the red and green bell peppers, and onion, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the chopped tomatoes, and sauté for another minute until the the tomatoes begin to soften.
4. Add Spinach:
Wilt Spinach: Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
5. Make the Sauce:
Combine Ingredients: Lower the heat to the medium. Add the cooked pasta and pasta water to the pan, stirring to combine.
Thicken Sauce: Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until it begins to thicken.
Turn off the heat
Add the butter
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce.
Add egg yolk
Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
tossing everything together to coat the pasta in the creamy Cajun sauce.
6. Serve:
Serve hot and enjoy!
Tips:
Cooking Time: Adjust the roasting time based on the thickness of your fillet.
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