Air Fryer Cajun Chicken Pasta: Easy and Flavorful Weeknight Delight
This Air Fryer Cajun Chicken Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that’s packed with flavor!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions.
- While the pasta cooks, season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil and place in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes or until fully cooked, flipping halfway.
- Remove chicken and let it rest before slicing.
- In a pan, sauté bell pepper, onion, and garlic until softened.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until combined.
- Toss cooked pasta with the sauce and sliced chicken.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your taste.
- You can add more vegetables if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Chicken Pasta, Cajun