Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe
This delightful Cajun Chicken Pasta features tender strips of chicken breast combined with vibrant bell peppers, zesty red onion, earthy mushrooms, and fresh scallions, all enveloped in a rich yet light creamy Cajun sauce.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked linguine
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper
- 1/2 red onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1/3 cup skim milk
- 1 tbsp flour
- 3 tbsp light cream cheese
- fresh cracked pepper
- 2 scallions
- kosher salt to taste
- olive oil spray
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1-2 tsp Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Begin by chopping all your vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
In a small blender, create a mixture by blending together milk, flour, and cream cheese. Once combined, set this mixture aside.
- 3
Generously coat the chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt.
- 4
Cook the pasta in a pot of boiling salted water, following the instructions on the package for timing.
- 5
Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; apply a light spray of cooking oil and add half of the seasoned chicken.
- 6
Sauté the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes or until fully cooked, then transfer it to a plate and repeat the process with the remaining chicken. Set this aside as well.
- 7
Pour olive oil into the skillet and reduce the heat to medium; add the bell peppers, onions, and garlic, sautéing for 3 to 4 minutes.
- 8
Mix in the mushrooms and tomatoes, continuing to sauté for an additional 3 to 4 minutes or until all the vegetables are tender.
- 9
Season the mixture with 1/4 teaspoon of salt, garlic powder, and freshly cracked pepper to your liking.
- 10
Lower the heat to medium-low; incorporate the chicken broth and the slurry, stirring for about 2 minutes until combined.
- 11
Add the previously cooked chicken back into the skillet; taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and Cajun spice if needed, cooking for another minute or two until everything is heated through, then incorporate the linguine, tossing to combine thoroughly.
- 12
Garnish with chopped scallions and savor your dish!
Nutrition Information
Notes & Tips
- Makes 7 1/2 cups.