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Cajun Chicken Pasta
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 4
This recipe is very tasty but also spicy!!
Ingredients:
4 ounces linguine
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning (or to taste)
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
4 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 thinly sliced green onion (1 to 2)
1 cup heavy cream (1 to 2 cups)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Directions:
1. In a large pot with boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente; drain.
2. While the pasta is cooking, place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl and toss to coat.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat saute chicken in butter until chicken is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and onions, and cook for 2-3 minutes .
5. Reduce heat; add heavy cream, basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and pepper and heat through.
6. In a large bowl toss linguini with sauce.
7. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
By RecipeOfHealth.com