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Cashew Cream Cajun Chicken Pasta: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 2 cups uncooked pasta of your choice (e.g., penne, fettuccine)
– 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for at least 2 hours or overnight)
– 1 cup vegetable broth
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup spinach (optional)
– Fresh parsley for garnish
– Lemon zest for garnish

Instructions

Creating Cashew Cream Cajun Chicken Pasta is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare Cashew Cream: Drain and rinse the soaked cashews. In a blender, combine cashews and vegetable broth. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
2. Cook Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Season Chicken: While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper on both sides.
4. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
5. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Combine Sauce: Pour the prepared cashew cream into the skillet with garlic. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
7. Add Spinach: If using spinach, add it to the skillet and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
8. Combine Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the cashew sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
9. Slice Chicken: Slice the cooked chicken breasts and place them on top of the pasta.
10. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley and lemon zest before serving.

These steps will guide you in preparing this fantastic dish effortlessly.

  • Author: Alana
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Protein: 30g