High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

10m
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Dice your chicken breast into cubes.
  2. 2Spray the chicken breast.
  3. 3Add DE seasonings and mix well with your hands till fully coated.
  4. 4To a pan on high heat, add your chicken and cook through till about halfway done.
  5. 5Add diced onions and stir till soft.
  6. 6Add diced garlic.
  7. 7Once fragrant, push everything to the side and pour in chopped tomatoes, your uncooked pasta, and 500 ml of chicken stock.
  8. 8Bring it all to a light bubble, then cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes on low heat till the sauce thickens and the pasta is cooked.
  9. 9Add in 150 grams of light cream cheese and stir through till beautifully rich and creamy.
  10. 10Box into four equal servings.
  11. 11Garnish with parmesan and fresh chopped parsley.
  12. 12Enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 800 g chicken breast diced into cubes
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 spray Cooking spray
  • 1 medium white onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves diced
  • 400 g chopped tomatoes
  • 275 g uncooked penne pasta
  • 500 ml chicken stock
  • 150 g light cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp parmesan
  • 1 fresh chopped parsley

Equipment

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Tips

  • Perfect for meal prep.
  • Store in meal prep boxes refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat in the microwave partially covered for 2-3 minutes with a tsp of water, stir through till creamy.