Cajun Chicken Pasta

Submitted by Basque Princess

"Try this when you are feeling daring and want to mix things up a bit! A Southern inspired recipe that is sure to add a little fun to your dinner table. Try serving it with corn bread.""

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 15
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 4 ounces linguine
• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
• 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1⁄2 red bell pepper, chopped
• 4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1 green onion, minced
• 1 1⁄2 cups heavy cream
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄4 teaspoon lemon pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

directions

1. 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
2. 2. Meanwhile, place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl, and toss to coat.
3. 3. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat, and stir in heavy cream. Season the sauce with basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper, and heat through.
4. 4. In a large bowl, toss linguini with sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Reviews

[Redheaded Mo]

Add a little more cajun seasonings and salt and its super yummy!