Recipes

Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake

by Whitney Amadi.
September 05, 2025
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  •   12 oz Pasta
  •   1 lb Chicken Breast (I sliced mine in half so it can cook faster)
  •   2 TBSP Cajun Seasoning (divided)
  •   2 TBSP Olive Oil (or Avocado Oil)
  •   2 TBSP Butter
  •   2 TBSP All Purpose Flour
  •   1 Onion (diced)
  •   1 Red Bell Pepper (sliced)
  •   1 Green Bell Pepper (sliced)
  •   3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  •   2 Cup Whole Milk
  •   1 Cup Chicken Broth
  •   1 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheese (Mozzarella + Chedder Blend)
  •   1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese
  •   Fresh Parsley
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  1. Cook pasta until al dente, drain, set aside.
  2. Season chicken with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, cook in skillet with 1 tbsp olive oil until golden. Set aside.
  3. Make roux: In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter. Stir in 2 tbsp flour, cook 1–2 min until lightly golden.
  4. Add liquid: Slowly whisk in milk + chicken broth until smooth. Simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
  5. Flavor: Stir in garlic, onions, and peppers. Add remaining Cajun seasoning.
  6. Cheese it up: Remove from heat and stir in cheeses until melty.
  7. Combine: Add pasta + chicken to the sauce. Mix well.
  8. Bake: Pour into baking dish, top with extra cheese, bake at 375°F for 20 min until bubbly.
  9. Finish: Garnish with parsley + Cajun spice.

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