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Cajun Ninja Pastalaya Recipe
Emma

Cajun Ninja Pastalaya Recipe

5 from 1 vote
If you’ve been craving a hearty, flavorful, and downright comforting Cajun dish, the Cajun Ninja Pastalaya Recipe is exactly what you need. This Louisiana classic swaps the traditional rice for pasta, creating a creamy, meaty, and spice-packed meal that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 229

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb pork cubed
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, diced
  • 1 lb smoked sausage sliced
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 bunch green onions chopped
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • Salt and black pepper generous amount for pork
  • ½ tbsp Creole seasoning
  • 3 beef bouillon cubes
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp Kitchen Bouquet
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 ½ cups water
  • 1 10 ½ oz can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 lb bow-tie pasta or pasta of choice

Method
 

  1. Generously season 1 lb of pork with salt and pepper. Heat ½ cup vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat, add pork, and cook until no pink remains. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes.
  2. While pork simmers, chop onion, bell pepper, celery, and green onions. Dice 1 lb boneless chicken thighs into small pieces.
  3. Add chicken to the pork, cook for 10 minutes, then remove both meats with a slotted spatula, letting drippings stay in the pot.
  4. Slice 1 lb smoked sausage, add to the pot, and sear until browned. Remove and set aside with pork and chicken.
  5. Add chopped vegetables to the pot, stirring to lift browned bits. Cook for 30 minutes until soft, adding 1 tbsp minced garlic, ½ tbsp Creole seasoning, and 3 beef bouillon cubes after 10 minutes.
  6. Stir in 3 ½ cups water, 1 can cream of chicken soup, 1 tbsp hot sauce, and 2 tbsp Kitchen Bouquet. Mix well.
  7. Increase heat, bring to a boil, then add 1 lb bow-tie pasta and all cooked meats. Stir to combine, pressing pasta into the liquid.
  8. Preheat oven to 300°F, cover pot, and bake for 1 hour. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving hot.

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Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of water or broth to restore creaminess.