Description
If you’re searching for a comforting and flavorful meal that can be prepared with minimal effort, look no further than One-Pot Creamy Cajun Honey BBQ Chicken Pasta. This dish combines tender chicken with a creamy sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices and sweet honey BBQ flavors, making it an absolute crowd-pleaser. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy pasta recipe allows you to enjoy a hearty meal without the hassle of multiple pots and pans. Each bite envelops you in a warm embrace, inviting you to gather around the table and share delightful moments with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, sauté the cooked chicken in olive oil or butter for about 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
- Add uncooked pasta, chicken broth, heavy cream, BBQ sauce, honey, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg