Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cashew Cream Cajun Chicken Pasta, a delightful dairy-free and gluten-free twist on a classic comfort dish. This recipe marries wholesome ingredients with robust Cajun flavors, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its rich cashew cream sauce and zesty spices, this pasta dish is sure to satisfy your cravings while accommodating various dietary needs. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, you can enjoy a wholesome meal packed with nutrients and flavor, whether you choose chicken, tofu, or vegetables as your protein source.
Ingredients
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- 12 ounces gluten-free pasta
- 3/4 cup raw cashews
- 1 1/2 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (or tofu)
- Assorted vegetables: onion, red pepper, garlic
- Cajun seasoning or individual spices for flavoring
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Soak cashews in boiling water for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook gluten-free pasta according to package instructions and reserve some cooking water.
- Prepare spice mix by combining onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, thyme, and cayenne.
- In a skillet, cook chicken until done; set aside.
- Sauté onions, peppers, and garlic until tender.
- Stir in tomato paste and remaining spices; cook briefly.
- Blend soaked cashews with broth and nutritional yeast until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta, chicken, and cashew sauce in the skillet; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Season to taste and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg