Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken

  • 10MINS
  • 20MINS
  • Serves 4
  • 430KCAL

We’ve taken a crowd pleaser and made it quicker and simpler than ever with this Flava It! X Pinch of Nom Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken recipe mix. This rich, flavour-packed blend adds a spicy kick to your chicken in an instant and creates a rich and silky sauce.

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NutritionPer Serving

  • Calories430
  • Fat7.8g
  • Saturates3.7g
  • Carbs55g
  • Sugars7.8g
  • Protein32g

For the full list of ingredients and comprehensive instructions, please see the recipe card below. Before you scroll, there’s important stuff in the blurb!

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Get that classic Cajun kick you know and love in just half an hour with this Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken seasoning. It’s full-on flavour made easy.

To make the original dish from scratch, you can find the full recipe here.

Don’t forget you can use this seasoning sachet to make LOADS of other recipes too! Find the full list of other dishes you can cook on our Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken page.

More info about this sachet:

  • Free from Artificial colours and flavourings.
  • Suitable for vegetarians.
  • May also contain traces of: Barley, celery, milk, soya, sulphur dioxide.

What diets is this Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken recipe mix suitable for?

This seasoning mix is suitable for vegetarians. To make the recipe veggie friendly, you could make it with a vegetarian meat alternative. 

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How many calories are in this Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken recipe mix?

This recipe mix is designed to make 4 portions. The recipe mix is 32 calories per ¼ pack. 

Step 1

Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions, and drain.

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Step 2

Spray a frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray. Add the chicken and onions, and fry until the chicken has browned and the onions are softening. Add the mushrooms, and cook for a few more minutes.

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Step 3

Sprinkle over the sachet and mix for 2 minutes, until chicken and vegetables are equally coated and cooked thoroughly.

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Step 4

Add the water, then stir and simmer for 10 minutes — until reduced. Add the cream cheese, pasta, and peas. Stir to combine, until the peas are heated through.

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Step 5

Serve with some freshly ground black pepper, and enjoy!

Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken, cooked and ready for serving.

What could I serve with this Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken recipe mix?

This is a filling, hearty meal on its own, but it also pairs well with any of the following dishes:

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How long can you keep Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken in the fridge?

Once you’ve served up your Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.

If you do allow any leftovers to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid, and chill.  You can keep leftovers of Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken in the fridge for approximately 2 days.

Can I freeze this Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken?

Yes you can! This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following;

  • Freeze it as soon as it’s cold enough.
  • Use a container or bag that’s suitable for freezing.
  • Don’t forget to add a label with what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer!

How do I reheat Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken?

From chilled: Place in a microwave-proof container with loosely fitting lid, and heat until the curry is piping hot throughout.

From frozen: Allow to defrost completely, and heat covered in the microwave for 3-5 minutes, then stir. Cook for a further 5-7 minutes  – until piping hot.

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Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken

Transform your chicken dinner into a creamy, spicy delight in no time at all with this Flava It! X Pinch of Nom Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken mix.
  • Prep Time
    10 MINS
  • Cook Time
    20 MINS
  • KCals 430
  • Carbs 55G

Ingredients

  • 35 g Flava It! Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken recipe mix
  • 2 chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 onion, peeled and diced
  • 300 g button mushrooms, sliced
  • 100 g frozen peas
  • 400 ml boiling water
  • 175 g reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 250 g fusilli pasta
  • low-calorie cooking spray

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Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions, then drain.
  2. Spray a frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray. Add the chicken and onions and fry until the chicken has browned and onions are softening. Add the mushrooms and cook for a few more minutes.
  3. Sprinkle over the sachet and mix for 2 minutes, until the chicken and veg are equally coated and cooked thoroughly.
  4. Add the water, stir and simmer for 10 minutes until reduced. Add the cream cheese, pasta, and peas. Stir to combine, until the peas are heated through.

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