Cashew Cream Cajun Chicken Pasta
Indulge in a creamy, dairy-free delight with our Cashew Cream Cajun Chicken Pasta. This dish is a flavorful twist on a classic favorite, bringing the bold and zesty tastes of Cajun cuisine right to your dinner table. Made with wholesome ingredients, this gluten-free pasta is enveloped in a rich cashew cream sauce that’s both satisfying and light. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, each bite is packed with flavor that the whole family will love. Customize it by adjusting spice levels or adding your favorite vegetables for an even more personalized experience. Dive into this comforting bowl of goodness and enjoy the wholesome flavors that make every meal memorable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup raw cashews
- 1 1/2 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
- 12 ounces gluten-free pasta
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1/2 a large red pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 a large yellow or orange pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves of garlic, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- Pinch or two of cayenne (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning instead of onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, and thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Soak cashews in hot water for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook gluten-free pasta according to package instructions; reserve 3/4 cup cooking water before draining.
- Prepare spice mix and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook seasoned chicken until browned; remove from skillet.
- Sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic in the same skillet until tender.
- Stir in tomato paste and spice mix; cook for another minute.
- Blend soaked cashews with broth, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Return skillet to medium-low heat, add chicken and pasta with cashew cream sauce; stir to combine.
- Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed; season to taste.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg