Description
Cajun Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake is a comforting casserole that transports you straight to the bayou! This dish features tender chicken, creamy sauce, and a delightful blend of zesty Cajun spices, all topped with gooey melted cheese and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this pasta bake guarantees smiles and satisfied appetites.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese (divided)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning; sauté until cooked through (6-7 minutes per side). Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese with chicken broth until smooth. Stir in garlic powder and additional Cajun seasoning if desired. Add spinach until wilted.
- Combine cooked pasta, chopped chicken, and half of the shredded cheese in the bowl with the creamy sauce; mix well.
- Pour into the prepared baking dish, top with remaining shredded cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg