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Cajun chicken pasta

Recipe Information

Description:
Cajun chicken pasta is a delicious Cajun recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 2 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 2
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 25 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Chicken; Pasta
Category Poultry; Pasta
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Cajun; Italian; American; Fusion
Cook Method Boiling; Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips

  • 4 ounces linguine, cooked al dente

  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 thinly sliced green onion

  • 1 cup light cream

  • 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil

  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguini and cook according to package instructions.

  • While the linguini is cooking, place the chicken in a bowl and add the Cajun seasoning. Toss to coat.

  • In a large skillet, add the butter and melt over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook about 4 minutes each side, or until tender.

  • Reduce heat to low and add green onion, sundried tomatoes, basil, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

  • Toss with hot linguine and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 560 cal

  • Total fat: 33g

  • Saturated fat: 19g

  • Cholesterol: 95mg

  • Sodium: 600mg

  • Carbohydrate: 50g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 36g