Cajun Chicken Pasta
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Prep time 15mins
Cook time 25mins
Serves or Makes: 7
Recipe Card
Cajun seasoning
ingredients
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
Pasta
ingredients
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless-skinless chicken breast, cut in bite-sized chunks
- 1 16 oz boxes penne pasta, cooked al dente, as per package instructions
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced in thin strips
- 1 green bell pepper, seeded sliced into thin strips
- 1 8 oz can Red Gold Canned Petite Diced Tomatoes
- 1 can Tomato Love Mild Diced Tomatoes + Green Chilies
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
- Finely chopped parsley, for garnish
- Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish
Method
Step 1
In a small bowl combine cajun seasoning ingredients. Stir to combine evenly. Set aside.
Step 2
Add butter and olive oil to a pan. Add chicken, vegetables, and cajun seasoning. Sauté on medium-high heat until the chicken is cooked through.
Step 3
Stir in Red Gold Petite Diced Tomatoes, and Tomato Love Mild Diced Tomatoes + Green Chilies.
Step 4
Cover and cook for approximately 10-12 minutes on medium heat until the tomatoes break down.
Step 5
Remove lid and lower the heat. Stir in heavy cream.
Step 6
Stir in cooked pasta until well combined.
Step 7
Serve immediately garnished with chopped parsley, sliced green onions, and freshly grated parmesan cheese.