This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.
This Creamy Chicken Pasta is perfectly spicy, in a parmesan Cajun Sauce to die for! Delicious and effortless, it’s a Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta to crave.

As you know, my love for pasta is endless and ever-lasting. It’s my favorite comfort food and I don’t think there’s any pasta that I don’t enjoy.
(Psst… love pasta as much as we do? You’ve got to try my incredible homemade Fettuccine Alfredo recipe – it’s one you’ll come back to again and again! And don’t miss this Bucatini with Amatriciana sauce for another delicious and simple weeknight pasta dinner.)
That said, occasionally I like to really spice things up. Adding some zesty Cajun flavor to my favorite Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipe really kicked it up a notch (or 12)!
This is an easy, flavorful take on a Cajun Cream Sauce that we can’t get enough of. While it’s perfect for any day of the week, this feels like a Friday night dinner to me… pour yourself a glass of wine and let’s eat!

If you love chicken, and you love pasta, don’t skip this incredible round-up of Chicken Pasta Recipes!

Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipe in Cajun Cream Sauce
There’s so much to love about this creamy chicken pasta sauce. The spicy kick from the cajun seasoning is perfectly balanced by the creamy fresh-grated parmesan cheese. It’s a creamy chicken pasta dish you’ll truly enjoy, especially if you love a little hot and peppery kick every now and again! Cajun cream sauce is the perfect pasta accompaniment.
Even better, it’s so easy to customize this dish. I love to serve it with my spicy cajun chicken tenders, but there’s a lot of flexibility here. If you prefer a different protein, chicken sausage or even shrimp will work beautifully. While I added bell peppers and mushrooms, you can also add fresh diced tomatoes, onions, snap peas, asparagus, or even squash. I love that you can adjust according to what’s available seasonally!

The Best Cajun Pasta Sauce

As always, it’s best to start with freshly grated parmesan cheese. You won’t regret it, I promise! It’s a few extra minutes of effort for an out-of-this-world texture and flavor. Fresh grated cheese is my favorite secret for creating a creamy, textural blend in all of my recipes. However, I won’t judge you if you’ve got a green can in your fridge, any will do.

I fully support shortcuts when it comes to dinnertime, but fresh grated parmesan cheese? Nothing beats it, especially in this cajun cream sauce!

Another must-have? Your favorite cajun seasoning! You can certainly buy your favorite (I like this one) but it’s so easy to make your own. My friend Ali at Gimme Some Oven has a great Cajun seasoning mix you’ll love.
Or, customize your cajun seasoning by mixing some of the following spices:
- garlic powder
- italian seasoning
- onion powder
- thyme
- cayenne
- salt and pepper
- paprika
I have been dreaming up this cajun creamy chicken pasta recipe for a while now. A lot of testing goes into my recipes and as they say, practice makes perfect. I made a few tweaks along the way.

One of them is that I decided to sauté the peppers before adding them into the cajun sauce to keep them tender.
Also, if you prefer, you can coat them in olive oil and cajun seasoning using my Baked Chicken Breast method. Then slice or dice the chicken into cubes.


How to Make Cajun Chicken Pasta
This cajun infused creamy chicken pasta is so easy to throw together. In just a few steps, you’ll have dinner on the table. (or at the kitchen island, or in front of the TV watching Netflix! Hey, no judgement here.)
- First, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- While it’s boiling, chop your veggies (I like to incorporate vegetables to make it a well rounded meal. I used bell peppers and green onions but they’re optional. You may also like mushrooms in this amazing cajun sauce.)
- Sauté cajun chicken in spices and olive oil. Set it aside.
- Cook your pasta according to package directions (save a little of the pasta water in case you want to thin the sauce). Or, even better, make my homemade egg noodles.
- Sauté your peppers over medium heat with a little olive oil.
- Once they begin to soften, add garlic, green onions, cajun seasoning and heavy cream.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and toss with fresh cooked pasta.
- Remove from heat. Immediately add parmesan, tossing with tongs until incorporated.
This simple and delicious creamy chicken pasta is on the table in 30 minutes! Even if you make your pasta from scratch, it’s a minimal time investment for a delicious pasta dinner that feels so special.

Serving Suggestions
Serve this pasta with any of your favorite salads or veggie side dishes for a well-rounded meal.

What’s your family’s favorite way to eat pasta? I hope you love it as much as we do!

Join Now!
Hungry for more easy recipes? Sign up for my free recipe club and have amazing recipes delivered directly to your inbox each week!

Creamy Chicken Pasta with Cajun Sauce
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup cajun seasoning
- 1 chicken breast or chicken tenders
Pasta
Optional
- 1 red bell pepper sliced (optional)
- 1 green bell pepper sliced (optional)
Instructions
Chicken
- Add olive oil to a plate or shallow bowl and cajun seasoning to a plate or solid bowl. Dip chicken breast into oil followed by cajun seasoning and transfer to a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
- Blacken chicken 3 minutes and flip. Cook chicken 3 minutes or until done. Set aside.
Pasta
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Cook your pasta according to package directions (reserve a half cup of pasta water to thin sauce, if needed).
Sauce
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, peppers and mushrooms. Sauté until tender.
- Add garlic, green onions, cajun seasoning and heavy cream.
- Bring sauce to a boil until bubbles form in the center.
- Toss the fresh cooked pasta into the cajun sauce with the chicken.
- Remove from heat and toss with fresh grated parmesan.
Nutrition Information
Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.
Tony says
Fantastic loved it
Julie Blanner says
Thanks, Tony! It’s one of our faves.
Courtney says
My entire family loves this! I have a house full of boys and I’m pressed to find something every likes. I highly recommend this recipe!
Julie Blanner says
Thanks, Courtney! Glad they enjoy it as well! My nephews beg for it, too! Have you tried my beef Ragu or bolognese? They’ll love those as well.
Hope your holidays are filled with joy!
Abbie says
Hi Julie ,
What brand of Cajun seasoning do you use .
Thank you ..
Julie Blanner says
To be honest, I’m not at all brand loyal! I often make my own. You can get my cajun seasoning recipe here.
Barb says
I make my own pasta. How many ounces of fresh pasta would a box of pasta called for in your recipe be? This sounds wonderful. We just had Cajun Chicken Pasta at Red Lobster and it was wonderful.
Julie Blanner says
About a pound. Isn’t it so fun and rewarding? There’s nothing quite like fresh pasta!
Sue Ellen says
We made this last night. Wow! My hubby LOVED this spicy pasta! Even I enjoyed it and I don’t like spicy food. The heat was just right!