Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta: Easy and Flavorful Dinner Delight
Indulge in the rich, spicy flavors of Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta that’s easy to make and a delight for the palate!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free option
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 3 cups penne pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat olive oil.
- Add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until browned.
- Stir in onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add pasta and chicken broth. Stir well.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Quick release the pressure and open the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to taste.
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Instant Pot, Cajun Chicken, Pasta, Dinner, Easy Recipe