One Pot Cajun Ranch Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, smoky Cajun spices, and rich ranch seasoning all cooked together for a comforting, easy meal. Perfect for busy nights with minimal cleanup.
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Chicken breast (cubed)
Pasta (penne or similar)
Olive oil
Garlic (minced)
Chicken broth
Heavy cream
Ranch seasoning mix
Cajun seasoning
Parmesan cheese
Parsley (chopped)
Extra parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked.
Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in ranch seasoning and Cajun seasoning.
Add uncooked pasta directly into the pot and stir well.
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
Stir in grated parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes creamy and well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish with chopped parsley and extra parmesan before serving.
Serve hot.
Notes
Use chicken thighs instead of breast for a juicier texture.
Add vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Increase Cajun seasoning or add chili flakes for more heat.
Swap pasta types such as rotini or fettuccine if desired.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat with a splash of milk or broth to loosen the sauce.
