Cajun Chicken Pasta
This Cajun chicken pasta dish is easy and delicious, and a great way to enjoy some Cajun cooking. Cajun cuisine is a unique blend of French, Southern, and other influences, and is known for its robust, country-style cookery. This dish is a great example of that, and is sure to please anyone who tries it. So, next time you're in the mood for some great Cajun food, give this dish a try. You won't be disappointed.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces linguine pasta
- 2 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 4 fresh mushrooms sliced
- 1 green onion chopped
- 1 cup 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
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
- Cut chicken breast into strips. Place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a plastic bag. Shake to coat.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring, until browned and almost cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add bell peppers, mushrooms, and green onion. Cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat and stir in cream, basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Heat through. Add cooked linguine, toss, and heat through.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve.