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One-Pot Creamy Cajun Pastalaya in a pot

One-Pot Creamy Cajun Pastalaya

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Indulge in the rich flavors of One-Pot Creamy Cajun Pastalaya! đŸ€đŸ A delightful dish that's easy to make and packed with taste!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Cajun
Servings 6 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot For cooking all ingredients together.

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced Fresh or thawed.
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or frozen.

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion, chopped Any variety.
  • 1 each bell pepper, diced Red or green.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Freshly minced.

Seasoning and Dairy

  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with coconut cream.

Pasta and Broth

  • 12 ounces pasta (penne or fettuccine) Uncooked.
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Or chicken broth.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautĂ©ing.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Start by gathering all your ingredients. You’ll need chicken breast, shrimp, bell peppers, onion, garlic, Cajun seasoning, heavy cream, pasta, and vegetable broth. Having everything ready will streamline your cooking process.

Sauté the Aromatics

  • In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic. SautĂ© them for about 2-3 minutes until they become fragrant and translucent.

Add the Chicken

  • Next, toss in bite-sized pieces of chicken breast. Cook them for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown and cooked through.

Incorporate the Vegetables

  • Add sliced bell peppers to the pot. Stir them in and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Season Generously

  • Sprinkle in your Cajun seasoning and stir well to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly.

Add the Pasta

  • Pour in your uncooked pasta and vegetable broth, ensuring the pasta is submerged in the liquid.

Simmer to Perfection

  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in the Cream

  • Once the pasta is tender, remove the pot from heat and stir in the heavy cream until well combined.

Add the Shrimp

  • Finally, fold in the shrimp and cover the pot again, letting it sit for about 5 minutes.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Your One-Pot Creamy Cajun Pastalaya is ready! Serve it hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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Notes

Essential nutrition facts per serving:
Calories Fat Protein Carbs
600 25g 40g 50g
Keyword Creamy, One-Pot, Pasta