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    You are here: Home / Recipes by Dish / Pasta / Cajun Chicken Pasta

    Cajun Chicken Pasta

    29 September 2021 - By Michelle Minnaar
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    Delightfully simple and tremendously tasty, Cajun chicken pasta is a quickfire midweek meal to please the whole family!

    Cajun chicken pasta with spring onions sprinkled with parmesan

    A fresh, healthy, delicious meal in 25 minutes tops? What’s not to like?

    Products you need for this recipe

    There are a few essential items you’ll need to get the best out of this Cajun chicken pasta recipe:

    • Large frying pan – make sure you have a pan large enough for this one-pan recipe
    • Large mixing bowl – a good quality mixing bowl is a must-have in every kitchen
    • Kitchen knife – make sure you have a sharp, good quality kitchen knife
    • Chopping board – invest in a bamboo chopping board
    • Measuring spoons – these handy little measuring spoons are great for getting accurate, quick measurements

    Mise en place

    Cajun chicken pasta recipe

    This dish is a delicious one-pan wonder! Creamy Cajun chicken mixed with smoky, spicy Cajun seasoning and pasta, for a marvelous midweek meal.

    Simple ingredients, minimal preparation and a quick cook time from start to finish make this pasta dish perfect for those without much time on their hands.

    Where this dish really excels is in the sublime mix of creaminess and spiciness! 

    Homemade Cajun seasoning

    An essential part of this Cajun chicken pasta recipe is my homemade Cajun seasoning. It’s like a smoky flavor bomb and takes a humble chicken pasta dish to a different dimension!

    Cajun chicken in pan

    What is Cajun seasoning made of?

    It’s made up of smoked paprika, cayenne, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.

    Is this dish spicy?

    Not particularly. There’s none of that chili heat that can put many people off. Instead, you get a nice, warm smokiness. 

    Also, this is creamy Cajun chicken we’re talking about – the creaminess of the dish balances with the smoky seasoning to reduce the heat.

    What kind of seasoning can I use instead of Cajun seasoning?

    For me, the homemade Cajun seasoning is key. It’s got a very specific balance of flavors that works so well with the chicken and the creamy sauce.

    Still, if you do want to try something different, you can always opt for creole seasoning. It contains chili powder, so it will bring a little more heat.

    If you want a milder flavor, go for ranch seasoning in place of Cajun, or leave out the paprika and cayenne pepper altogether. 

    Can this recipe be made in advance?

    Yes! Like a lot of saucy, spicy dishes, this recipe just gets better when you let the flavors get to know each other.

    So, by all means make Cajun chicken pasta a day before, two days at a push. Just make sure you store it properly.

    Keep in mind that the pasta will soak up a lot of the sauce. This means a less creamy sauce if you make it in advance and serve it later.

    One way around this is to cook everything except the pasta. Then, when you want to serve the dish, add the pasta and the rest of the ingredients to the pan and cook until the pasta is ready. 

    How do you store leftover Cajun chicken pasta?

    You’ll need to store your leftovers in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for 2–3 days, although I’d challenge you not to devour them before then!

    Can you freeze it?

    Yes, you can. Cajun chicken pasta will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 6 months, although around the 3-month mark the flavor and texture will start to suffer.

    Also, creamy cajun chicken doesn’t freeze that great. The less creamy it is, the better it will freeze.

    Make sure it has fully cooled before freezing. Place the contents in an airtight freezer-safe container and freeze straight away. You can also freeze it in individual portions if you’ve made a large batch and only want to defrost a certain amount at a time.

    When defrosting, defrost it in the fridge, preferably overnight. If you don’t have time, you can defrost it in a bowl of cool water, changing the water every 30–45 minutes until fully defrosted.

    How do you reheat Cajun chicken pasta?

    I recommended using a double boiler. It’s the best way to gently reheat leftovers without affecting the taste and texture too much. 

    You could also reheat your Cajun chicken pasta leftovers in a large saucepan or frying pan. You might find that the sauce becomes too thick, leading to a dry dish. If this happens, try adding a splash of milk or cream, or a little bit of stock.  

    What pasta should I use?

    When it comes to which pasta to use with this dish, there are lots of different options:

    Penne

    The classic pasta to pair with chicken, penne pasta comes in the shape of small tubes and is terrifically versatile. Perfect for rich, creamy or tomato-based dishes and excellent for absorbing sauce. 

    Farfalle 

    These little bow-ties are great with Cajun chicken and are widely available. As they look like little butterflies, kids love them too!

    Spaghetti

    You associate this type of pasta more with a carbonara or a bolognese. Still, if you’re a sucker for spaghetti, you’re going to love it in this creamy Cajun chicken dish.

    Linguine

    Like a flatter, fatter spaghetti, linguine is a great option if you fancy getting your fork twirling skills on the go. Excellent with creamy dishes, although it’s not the most common type of pasta to serve with Cajun chicken.

    Pappardelle

    A large, very flat ribbon type pasta, pappardelle isn't as widely known or available as the above, but it tastes fantastic. The wide surface area makes them perfect when paired with rich sauces, usually a ragu, but they’d go great with creamy Cajun chicken too.  

    Cajun chicken in pasta sauce with peppers

    Variations on this recipe

    We’ve all got different tastes, right? Well, luckily this recipe is not only downright delicious, it’s also very flexible and highly adaptable.

    Aside from picking your preferred pasta type, there are lots of ways to change up this recipe and tailor it to your taste buds. Here are a few suggestions: 

    Turn up (or down) the heat

    Some like it hot, while others prefer it mellow. Either way, you can easily adapt this recipe to get just the right amount of heat.

    For heat junkies, double the amount of cayenne called for in the recipe, or add a teaspoon of hot chili powder. 

    For those looking to dial it down a notch, halve the cayenne pepper or leave it out altogether. If you’re completely averse to spices, leave out the smoked paprika too.

    Make it more or less creamy

    This is supposed to be a creamy Cajun chicken recipe, right? Just how creamy is up to you.

    If you want it creamier, add an extra 50% of the amount of heavy cream called for. Be careful though! You don’t want to go overboard. Too much cream will detract from the Cajun flavors.

    To make this dish less creamy, you can either halve the amount of cream called for or you can use single cream. You could also use any kind of low fat alternative, like a low fat cream cheese.

    Add some extra star quality

    Now we’re talking! If you want to take that wow factor through the roof and go full indulgent mode, there are a few things you could do.

    First of all, as mentioned in the recipe, add a final dusting of grated Parmesan cheese on top. For real luxury, use a quality aged Parmesan cheese. The flavor will blow you away!

    Smoked sausage is another option. Go for a Cajun sausage – something like andouille would be perfect. Just chop it up and add it at the same time as the peppers and spices. Another sausage that would bring amazing flavor is Spanish chorizo.

    While we’re talking star quality, let’s talk bacon. Chopped bacon in a pasta dish never fails to raise the flavor level. It works perfectly with chicken and spice, not to mention the creaminess.

    Finally, for a little hit of rich umami flavor, look no further than a splash of good old Worcestershire sauce!

    Go surf and turf

    If you know anything about Cajun food, you’ll know that Cajun spices and seafood are a match made in heaven. So, if you want to take this dish to the next level while keeping that authentic Cajun style, add some delicious shrimp. 

    Make it veggie

    For meat-free foodies, replace the chicken with a meaty mushroom, tofu, seitan or jackfruit.

    Add some zest

    Grate in some lemon zest to add some citrus flavor into the mix.

    Cajun chicken in saucepan sprinkled with parmesan and spring onions

    What to serve with Cajun chicken pasta

    Go for a fresh, simple salad – something like a cucumber ribbon salad, a pear and rocket salad or a Caprese salad would be perfect.

    If you’re really in the mood for a feast, serve your creamy Cajun chicken pasta with some homemade garlic bread.

    Plate of cajun chicken pasta half eaten

    More amazing chicken recipes

    After you’ve mastered this Cajun chicken pasta, why not give these a go?

    • Romesco chicken traybake
    • Chicken chaat
    • Sous vide fried chicken
    • Sous vide chicken breast
    • Coronation chicken jacket potatoes
    • Chicken and leek pasta bake
    • Chicken liver pate
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    Cajun Chicken Pasta


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    • Author: Michelle Minnaar
    • Total Time: 50 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Diet: Halal
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    Add a spicy kick to your pasta and learn how to make this delicious Cajun Chicken Pasta. This tasty dish is easy to make and will delight the whole family. 


    Ingredients

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    • 600g (1.3lbs) boneless skinless chicken thighs, chopped
    • 15g (2 tbsp) Cajun seasoning
    • 15ml (1 tbsp) olive oil
    • 1 onion, finely chopped
    • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
    • 4 garlic cloves, crushed
    • 1 red pepper, cut into chunks
    • 1 green pepper, cut into chunks
    • 2g (1 tsp) smoked paprika
    • 1g (½ tsp) dried basil
    • 225g (½lb) dried pasta
    • 450g (1lbs) passata
    • 500ml (2 cups) chicken stock
    • 125ml (½ cup) double cream
    • 22g (4 tbsp) parmesan, grated
    • 4 spring onions, finely chopped
    • cilantro, for garnishing

    Instructions

    1. Place the chicken and Cajun spice in a bowl and stir to coat the chicken evenly with the spice. Set aside. 
    2. Heat the oil in a large frying pan or skillet. Gently fry the onion and celery until softened and translucent. 
    3. Turn up the heat to medium high and add the chicken, searing the meat as you stir. 
    4. When the chicken is more or less browned, add the garlic and fry for 2 minutes while stirring. 
    5. Add the peppers, smoked paprika and basil, then stir fry for another 3 minutes. 
    6. Tip in the pasta and stir. 
    7. Turn up the heat, then pour in the passata and chicken stock. Give it a stir so that all flavours mingle, then wait until a low simmering point is reached. 
    8. Cover with a lid and cook for 15 minutes or until the pasta is al dente. 
    9. Stir in the double cream and let it bubble away for 2 minutes. 
    10. Remove from the heat, then sprinkle with parmesan, spring onions and cilantro. 
    11. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Feel free to use as much or little of Cajun seasoning as you desire. 
    • Don’t fry the chicken on too high a temperature. Cajun seasoning burns very easily. 
    • Chicken thighs are so much juicier and flavourful than chicken breast. That said, the latter will also work in this recipe. Turkey too!
    • I used rigatoni pasta in this recipe, but almost any type of pasta will work. Keep in mind though, that smaller pasta shapes need a shorter cooking time, so keep an eye on it!
    • If you find you have plenty of double cream leftover after this recipe, don't let it go to waste! Try one of my other recipes that includes double cream!
    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 35 minutes
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Simmer
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: cajun chicken pasta, creamy cajun chicken pasta recipe, one pot cajun chicken pasta, one pot meal, easy chicken pasta recipe, family dinner recipe, how to make cajun chicken pasta

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    Comments

    1. Samantha

      September 29, 2021 at 3:30 pm

      I like to add tomato paste and onion to my pasta

      Reply
    2. Michael Fisher

      September 30, 2021 at 7:48 am

      I always add chillies

      Reply
      • Emma Louise Elliott

        October 27, 2021 at 2:44 pm

        I like to add cheese, cheese and more cheese lol. And if the kids aren’t eating it lots of spice x

        Reply
    3. melanie stirling

      October 02, 2021 at 2:05 pm

      I add a stock pot to flavour the pasta.

      Reply
    4. Carolyn

      October 05, 2021 at 9:29 am

      Love this recipe. My secret hack is to use nutritional yeast in place of Parmesan-

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. kathleen warwick

      October 05, 2021 at 3:16 pm

      I like to add mixed herbs to my pasta

      Reply
    6. Alice Dixon

      October 09, 2021 at 6:21 am

      I like to add spices to the sauce

      Reply
      • Mark Mccaffery

        October 11, 2021 at 1:16 pm

        With a combination of vegetables, herbs and spices .

        Reply
    7. Carly Belsey

      October 09, 2021 at 6:29 am

      I tend to cook lots of tomato based pasta dishes, I need to find ways to be more adventurous.

      Reply
      • Tammy

        October 30, 2021 at 10:52 pm

        Spices and sauces x

        Reply
    8. Rena Plumridge

      October 09, 2021 at 9:24 am

      As well as garlic,purée and tinned tomatoes and herbs I add bovril and Worcestershire sauce

      Reply
    9. Sarah P

      October 09, 2021 at 10:04 am

      Pesto and toasted sunflower seeds is my favourite addition to any pasta dish

      Reply
    10. Priscilla Stubbs

      October 09, 2021 at 10:11 am

      A good tomato sauce is great to add to pasta

      Reply
    11. Valerie Seal

      October 09, 2021 at 10:27 am

      I prefer a creamy sauce so I love extra herbs and pesto.

      Reply
      • Courtney Ellis

        October 30, 2021 at 12:44 am

        Herbs and spices⭐️

        Reply
    12. Dale Dow

      October 09, 2021 at 10:58 am

      Knowing your herbs, different herbs can give different tastes and adding certain ones will really give your dish the taste it needs

      Reply
    13. Iain maciver

      October 09, 2021 at 11:34 am

      use tomato paste

      Reply
    14. pete c

      October 09, 2021 at 3:32 pm

      usually by mixing it with a tasty sauce

      Reply
    15. janh

      October 09, 2021 at 4:02 pm

      I add passata or tin tomatoes, depending on the day, then garlic and whatever herbs are to hand together with shallots and Worcester sauce for a spicier flavour. Sometimes I add garlic and herb Philadelphia cheese to add body to the dish.

      Reply
    16. Keith Hunt

      October 09, 2021 at 6:44 pm

      Chilli peppers

      Reply
    17. Sheena Batey

      October 09, 2021 at 9:12 pm

      Tomato

      Reply
    18. Lucy

      October 09, 2021 at 9:21 pm

      I often add garlic!

      Reply
    19. john prendergast

      October 09, 2021 at 10:07 pm

      chilles and tomato

      Reply
    20. Eileen Hindley

      October 10, 2021 at 6:53 am

      Red pepper flakes,fresh garlic, dried oregano, and basil,

      Reply
    21. Angela Kelly

      October 10, 2021 at 12:27 pm

      I love to add a bit of chilli into the sauce.

      Reply
    22. claire woods

      October 10, 2021 at 3:58 pm

      a little bit of chilli powder

      Reply
    23. Georgina Prince

      October 10, 2021 at 6:16 pm

      Garlic, I'm probably guilty of over use but its my fave lol x

      Reply
    24. Olivia W

      October 11, 2021 at 10:41 am

      I am a big fan of adding spices and chillies to pasta - i love my pasta spicy!

      Reply
    25. Margaret Mccaffery

      October 11, 2021 at 2:09 pm

      My favourite way is using tomatoes and cheeses.

      Reply
    26. DIANE JACKSON

      October 11, 2021 at 2:13 pm

      A fresh tomato sauce with lots of basil and a splash of cream

      Reply
    27. Michelle Smith

      October 11, 2021 at 2:18 pm

      Add balsamic vinegar to tomato sauces

      Reply
    28. Sue McCarthy

      October 11, 2021 at 3:20 pm

      Pesto sauce is great for jazzing everything up!

      Reply
    29. TG

      October 11, 2021 at 4:44 pm

      Garlic!

      Reply
    30. Mark R

      October 11, 2021 at 6:07 pm

      Lots of garlic and fresh herbs

      Reply
    31. Sarah rees

      October 11, 2021 at 10:44 pm

      Definitely a bit of chilli for spice

      Reply
    32. paula meadows

      October 12, 2021 at 8:46 am

      I always use garlic paste

      Reply
    33. Jackie Dawson

      October 12, 2021 at 11:58 am

      I love to add lots of tomato and cheese to my pasta

      Reply
    34. Charlotte isobelle

      October 12, 2021 at 4:00 pm

      I always think adding garlic and herbs adds dimension easily. I love a rich sauce too.

      Reply
    35. lynn neal

      October 12, 2021 at 6:19 pm

      I like to use fresh herbs for added flavour especially basil ad parsley!

      Reply
      • Tina H

        October 30, 2021 at 2:19 pm

        Pesto and toasted sunflower seeds is my favourite addition

        Reply
    36. Nicola S

      October 13, 2021 at 12:55 am

      I like a bit of heat to my pasta dishes. I usually throw in some dried chilli. Plenty onions too!

      Reply
    37. Kim M

      October 13, 2021 at 3:56 pm

      Basil and balsamic vinegar x

      Reply
    38. Adrian Bold

      October 13, 2021 at 9:53 pm

      I like to add spices or tomato paste.

      Reply
    39. Pamela Taylor

      October 14, 2021 at 9:02 am

      some great seasoning I bought in Rome. A 4 pack including pepper and cheese

      Reply
    40. Kim Carberry

      October 14, 2021 at 10:27 am

      I add garlic and herb to my pasta sauces. x

      Reply
    41. Susan B

      October 14, 2021 at 1:59 pm

      Lots of variations on tomatoes, fresh herbs and cheeses.

      Reply
    42. lydia

      October 14, 2021 at 3:54 pm

      sweety drop peppers, love them!

      Reply
    43. Ruth Harwood

      October 16, 2021 at 8:44 am

      As a cheese fan, there's nothing else I would add, making a carbonara! xx

      Reply
    44. Kerry Smith

      October 16, 2021 at 11:06 am

      Add pasta to the sauce, not sauce to the pasta

      Reply
    45. Annabel Greaves

      October 16, 2021 at 2:49 pm

      I love to add a delicious tomato sauce

      Reply
    46. ROB MCINTOSH

      October 16, 2021 at 5:54 pm

      a dash of fresh lemon juice

      Reply
    47. Maria

      October 17, 2021 at 1:53 pm

      a good tomato based sauce, I like to add chillis as well

      Reply
    48. Carole Nott

      October 17, 2021 at 5:32 pm

      I use lots of fresh herbs and spices in the sauce

      Reply
    49. Claire Driver

      October 17, 2021 at 6:47 pm

      Adding chilli to the tomato sauce

      Reply
    50. Julie Ward

      October 17, 2021 at 11:58 pm

      Out of a jar, useless at cooking if it not burnt it isn't cooked

      Reply
    51. joanne coulson

      October 20, 2021 at 7:32 am

      A good home made tomato base

      Reply
    52. Robin G

      October 21, 2021 at 9:18 pm

      I usually add a handful of different spices

      Reply
    53. Claire Vaisey

      October 22, 2021 at 2:17 pm

      we add garlic powder and herbs

      Reply
    54. dana

      October 22, 2021 at 4:00 pm

      I like to add a tomato or creamy mushroom sauce

      Reply
    55. Pam Gregory

      October 22, 2021 at 8:55 pm

      Love to make Fajita pasta

      Reply
    56. Julia Linsley

      October 23, 2021 at 5:10 pm

      Garlic & chillies

      Reply
    57. Iris

      October 24, 2021 at 9:17 pm

      different herbs and garlic

      Reply
    58. Ursula Hunt

      October 25, 2021 at 10:40 am

      I like to add garlic and chilli

      Reply
    59. Emma Wolski

      October 25, 2021 at 12:49 pm

      We add lots of spice, ketchup and marmite! Lots of flavour! Yum!

      Reply
    60. Deborah Preston

      October 25, 2021 at 10:32 pm

      Add garlic and herbs with a good tomato puree

      Reply
    61. James Travis

      October 26, 2021 at 2:35 pm

      I like creamy sauces with my pasta, like Carbonarra and Tuna Pasta Bake.

      Reply
    62. Marion Iris Tanner

      October 26, 2021 at 6:57 pm

      Sounds weird i know, but i always add about a flat tspn of english mustard, gives it a kick you cant quite pin down! I also put a generous chuck of parmesan in any tomato based sauce before cooking, an italian waiter once told me that was what his mama and nonna did .

      Reply
    63. Sheri Darby

      October 26, 2021 at 7:06 pm

      A rich tomato sauce, with chunky mushrooms, onions,courgette, lots of garlic and black pepper

      Reply
    64. Troy Easton

      October 26, 2021 at 9:45 pm

      Just sprinkle the tomato sauce on top.

      Reply
    65. Michaela Jennings

      October 27, 2021 at 12:02 am

      Garlic and paprika are my favourite ways to add flavour

      Reply
    66. Caroline Shepherd

      October 27, 2021 at 12:12 pm

      If in doubt, add more garlic!

      Reply
    67. JAMES HOLYLAND

      October 27, 2021 at 1:37 pm

      Lots of fresh herbs added

      Reply
    68. Angie Jackson

      October 27, 2021 at 4:10 pm

      homemade pesto drizzled over any pasta dish just seems to elevate it!

      Reply
    69. Paul Bingham

      October 27, 2021 at 4:37 pm

      Lots and lots of pepper

      Reply
    70. Fiona Johnstone

      October 27, 2021 at 7:48 pm

      I will add tomato paste and some Mexicano cheese for extra spiciness.

      Reply
    71. Rai

      October 28, 2021 at 12:30 am

      I always put plenty of pepper and some caesar sauce on any pasta dish to give it a bit of oomph.

      Reply
    72. elaine stokes

      October 28, 2021 at 9:05 am

      i love to add fresh herbs and some spices

      Reply
    73. Victoria Prince

      October 28, 2021 at 1:10 pm

      I like to use either fresh or dried herbs

      Reply
    74. Chris Minko

      October 28, 2021 at 2:50 pm

      I'll normally add garlic and bacon to a tomato based sauce

      Reply
    75. Lucinda P

      October 28, 2021 at 10:51 pm

      I slow roast red peppers and blend them into the tomato sauce

      Reply
    76. Ian Yates

      October 29, 2021 at 10:24 am

      A decent sprinkling of Oregano is my go-to flavouring.

      Reply
    77. Michelle Ferguson

      October 29, 2021 at 11:00 am

      I always add extra garlic and black pepper to the sauce

      Reply
    78. Christine Hobbs

      October 29, 2021 at 11:01 am

      I always use fresh herbs my favourite is basil. Also cant resist some fresh garlic. Pasta is pretty tasteless so the more flavour added brings a dish to life.

      Reply
    79. Tasmeena Maharaj

      October 29, 2021 at 11:33 am

      I'm all about herbs and spices. Love adding a bit of chilli and loads of garlic to pasta.

      Reply
    80. Stef Acaster

      October 29, 2021 at 5:09 pm

      I like to use roast garlic and herbs for lots of flavour

      Reply
    81. laura stewart

      October 29, 2021 at 7:18 pm

      fresh lemon juice xx 🙂

      Reply
    82. Victoria N

      October 29, 2021 at 8:42 pm

      Use fresh local in season produce as much as possible, fresh basil is amazing in a sauce or pesto

      Reply
    83. Sue Clarke

      October 29, 2021 at 10:12 pm

      Sun dried tomatoes and chillis

      Reply
    84. Carolynn Woodland

      October 29, 2021 at 10:13 pm

      I like to add some chilli powder

      Reply
    85. Ritchie

      October 30, 2021 at 12:10 am

      Dried mushrooms like porcini.

      Reply
    86. Amy Warwick

      October 30, 2021 at 12:15 am

      I boil my pasta in chicken stock & olive oil! I then love a garlic type butter sauce with the pasta and defo a squeeze of lemon and Parmesan

      Reply
    87. Nancy Bradford

      October 30, 2021 at 7:37 am

      Any dish add lots of garlic. I batch puree loads at the beginning of each month so I always have loads on hand.

      Reply
    88. Laura Green

      October 30, 2021 at 8:15 am

      I like to add spices!

      Reply
    89. AJ

      October 30, 2021 at 9:47 am

      Herbs! I love adding herbs to tomato-based pasta sauces for some more flavour.

      Reply
    90. Karen R

      October 30, 2021 at 10:47 am

      Quite often, I find that a splash of Olive Oil can really lift a pasta dish

      Reply
    91. Erica Hughes

      October 30, 2021 at 11:19 am

      I like to add paprika

      Reply
    92. Natalie Crossan

      October 30, 2021 at 12:07 pm

      Some fresh lemon juice!

      Reply
    93. Jeanette Leighton

      October 30, 2021 at 12:47 pm

      Definitely add cheese i love nothing more than pasta and parmesan

      Reply
    94. Sheena Read

      October 30, 2021 at 1:11 pm

      I always add pesto

      Reply
    95. Francesca Harrod

      October 30, 2021 at 1:35 pm

      I always crumble an oxo cube into my rich tomato sauces - makes them taste amazing!!

      Reply
    96. sharon martin

      October 30, 2021 at 1:45 pm

      i love to add fresh herbs

      Reply
    97. Laura Pritchard

      October 30, 2021 at 2:13 pm

      I love adding pesto.

      Reply
    98. Janice Holden

      October 30, 2021 at 3:02 pm

      I like to add Garlic Cream to my pasta

      Reply
    99. Natalie Gillham

      October 30, 2021 at 3:36 pm

      I love to add garlic to pasta

      Reply
    100. fiona d

      October 30, 2021 at 4:36 pm

      I've added all sorts over the years to jazz it up, from simple salt/pepper seasoning to a spoon full of pesto or salsa, even dolloped a tablespoon of branston pickle in there which was surprisingly delicious.

      Reply
    101. Claire Reavy

      October 30, 2021 at 5:24 pm

      I always add extra black pepper and more garlic than the recipe states.

      Reply
    102. Angela Macdonald

      October 30, 2021 at 7:51 pm

      I love to add olive oil and chill flakes

      Reply
    103. Andrzej Szymanski

      October 30, 2021 at 7:59 pm

      Chilli, garlic, ginger, parsley

      Reply
    104. Meryl Thomas

      October 30, 2021 at 8:01 pm

      I always add Provencal herbs

      Reply
    105. Emma Davison

      October 30, 2021 at 8:37 pm

      I love pasta, especially with tomato sauce made with homegrown tomatoes

      Reply
    106. A.E. ADKINS

      October 30, 2021 at 9:36 pm

      I often add garlic, chilli or herbs to the water when cooking dried pasta.

      Reply
    107. Claire Hamilton

      October 30, 2021 at 10:41 pm

      I like to spice it up with chili flakes, oregano, or whatever my current favourite spice may be.

      Reply
    108. Darren Bourne

      October 30, 2021 at 11:29 pm

      I love a spoonful of pesto sauce added to a tomato pasta sauce to add extra flavour.

      Reply
    109. Patricia Barrett

      October 30, 2021 at 11:33 pm

      I love to add various herbs, spices and also some lemon.

      Reply

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