Go Back
Cashew Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Cashew Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Cashew Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a bold, creamy dish with spicy chicken and velvety cashew sauce. This simple recipe delivers an allergy-friendly meal perfect for busy nights or meal prep.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cajun Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into strips
  • 1 tbsp avocado or olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Pasta:

  • 8 oz gluten-free pasta penne or fusilli
  • Water and salt for boiling

For the Cashew Cream Sauce:

  • 1 cup raw cashews soaked 30 minutes or overnight
  • ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk or water
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Salt to taste

Optional Add-ins:

  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers
  • ½ cup chopped spinach
  • ½ cup sliced gluten-free Cajun sausage
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare Cashew Cream

  • I drain 1 cup soaked cashews and blend with ¾ cup almond milk, 1 garlic clove, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp nutritional yeast, ½ tsp onion powder, and salt until smooth for this simple recipe.

Cook Pasta

  • I boil 8 oz gluten-free pasta per package instructions, drain, rinse with warm water, and set aside for this creamy Cajun pasta.

Cook Chicken

  • In a skillet over medium heat, I heat 1 tbsp oil, season 1 lb chicken with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook 6–8 minutes until done, then remove for this gluten-free dairy-free dinner.

Sauté Veggies (Optional)

  • In the same skillet, I add oil if needed and sauté 1 cup bell peppers or ½ cup spinach for 2–3 minutes until tender for this allergy-friendly pasta.

Combine

  • I return chicken to the skillet, add pasta and cashew cream sauce, toss, and heat 2–3 minutes until coated for this Cashew Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta.

Garnish and Serve

  • I garnish with parsley and serve warm for this simple recipe.

Notes

  • Soak cashews in hot water for at least 30 minutes for smoothest texture.
  • Use a high-speed blender for the creamiest sauce consistency.
  • Adjust the sauce thickness by adding more almond milk if needed.
  • Reheat with a splash of almond milk to refresh creaminess.
  • This dish is best enjoyed fresh; cashew cream may not freeze well.

    Did you Like This Recipe? Please Rate and Comment Below!

Keyword Cashew Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta