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If you’re trying to lose weight but still want to eat delicious food — this one’s for you.
My One Pan Creamy Chicken & Chorizo Pasta is the ultimate high-protein comfort dish. It’s rich, smoky, and creamy, with just the right amount of heat from Cajun seasoning and chorizo — all under 500 calories per serving. Perfect for a quick midweek dinner or meal-prep lunch that doesn’t taste “healthy” in the slightest.
Why you'll love this recipe
39 g protein per serving — filling and balanced
Under 500 calories — all the flavour, none of the guilt
One-pan recipe = minimal washing up
Ready in under 30 minutes
Perfect for meal prep or cosy nights in
This Creamy Chicken & Chorizo Pasta is everything you want in a one-pan meal — high in protein, creamy, smoky, and absolutely delicious. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or meal-prepping for the week, it’s a dish you’ll come back to again and again.
Recipe Info
5 minutes
25 minutes
4
One Pan
One Pan | High Protein | Comfort Food
Delicious High-Protein Chicken & Chorizo Pasta Recipe
Ingredients
450 g chicken breast, sliced
60 g reduced-fat chorizo, diced
1 onion, finely chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
100 g lighter cream cheese
150 ml chicken stock
240 g dry penne pasta
1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
Cook the pasta.
Cook pasta according to packet instructions, reserving 100 ml of the pasta water.Cook the chorizo.
Heat olive oil in a large pan, add chorizo and cook until it releases its oils.Add the vegetables.
Add onion, peppers, and garlic; sauté 3–4 minutes until soft.Add the chicken and seasoning.
Stir in chicken, paprika, and Cajun seasoning. Cook until golden.Simmer the sauce.
Pour in the chicken stock and simmer for 5 minutes.Make it creamy.
Stir in lighter cream cheese with a splash of pasta water until silky and smooth.Combine & serve.
Toss through cooked pasta, season to taste, garnish with parsley, and enjoy!
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This Creamy Chicken & Chorizo Pasta is everything you want in a one-pan meal — high in protein, creamy, smoky, and absolutely delicious. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or meal-prepping for the week, it’s a dish you’ll come back to again and again.
Why choose Chicken & Chorizo Pasta Recipe
High-Protein
Easy to cook in one pan
Delicious and nutritious!
SWAPS + UPGRADES
Lighter option: Use chicken mince or turkey instead of chicken breast.
Creamier: Add 1 tbsp light cream or splash of milk for a looser sauce.
Spice it up: Add extra Cajun seasoning or a pinch of chilli flakes.
Veg boost: Stir in spinach or peas at the end.
Meal prep tip: Keeps well for 3–4 days — reheat with a splash of water.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes — use dairy-free cream cheese or coconut cream instead.
Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes — thighs add extra flavour and stay juicy.
Can I make it gluten-free?
Just use gluten-free pasta.
Can I meal-prep it?
Yes — portion into containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Can I add vegetables?
Absolutely — spinach, courgette, or broccoli work perfectly.
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