Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cashew Cream Cajun Chicken Pasta, a delightful dish that marries comfort with health. This dairy-free and gluten-free recipe features tender chicken and pasta enveloped in a rich cashew cream sauce, perfectly spiced with Cajun flavors. Each bite offers a burst of warmth and satisfaction, making it the ideal choice for family dinners or quick weeknight meals. In just 35 minutes, you can create a flavorful dish that caters to various dietary needs and is easily customizable with your favorite vegetables. Enjoy a comforting meal that’s lighter yet packed with nutrition!
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup raw cashews
- 1½ cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 12 ounces gluten-free pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ yellow onion
- ½ red bell pepper
- 3 garlic cloves
- Cajun spice mix (onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano)
- Nutritional yeast
Instructions
- Soak cashews in boiling water for 30–60 minutes or simmer for 10 minutes until soft.
- Cook gluten-free pasta according to package instructions; reserve some pasta water.
- Mix spices and season chicken pieces before cooking them in olive oil until golden brown.
- Sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic in the same skillet before adding tomato paste and spices.
- Blend soaked cashews with broth and nutritional yeast until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta, chicken, and cashew cream sauce; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg