Best Cajun Chicken Over Pasta Recipes

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CAJUN FRIED CHICKEN OVER PASTA



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Just an idea I had in my head. This stuff came out amazing. Hope y'all like it too! Mmmm mmmm! What a meal! Serve with a fresh garden salad, crusty bread and a nice wine! Yummy!

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Pasta

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 24

CHICKEN TENDERS
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, bite sized pieces
2 c all purpose flour
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
1 Tbsp cajun seasoning
1/2 Tbsp salt
3 eggs beaten
1/2 c milk
vegetable or canola oil for frying
PASTA & SAUCE
2 Tbsp butter
1 box (12 oz.) bow tie pasta
1 small red onion, cut into thin strips
2 tsp minced garlic
1 can(s) (6 oz.) tomato paste
2 c alfredo sauce (jarred, mix, or homemade)
1 roasted red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
2 Tbsp white wine
cajun seasoning to taste
salt to taste
2 green onion, thinly sliced
1 c shaved parmesan
1/4 c fresh basil, coarsly chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together flour, salt, and seasonings in a shallow bowl with wire wisk. In a separate bowl, wisk together milk and eggs until well blended.
  • 2. Coat a deep frying pan with about an inch and a half of oil. Heat over medium heat. When oil is hot, roll chicken in flour mixture, then dip in egg, then roll again in flour mixture. Fry in hot oil until golden brown. Repeat until all the chicken is done; set aside on an oven safe pan/plate and keep warm in the oven until pasta and sauce are done.
  • 3. Cook bow tie pasta according to package directions. While pasta is cooking start preparing sauce.
  • 4. To prepare sauce, heat butter over in a deep skillet over medium heat and add red onion, garlic to the pan. Saute until softened. Pour in alfredo sauce, tomato paste, butter and wine. Simmer over medium-low heat for Until well blended. Add Cajun seasoning. When pasta is done, drain and mix with sauce.
  • 5. To plate: Spoon pasta onto a plate or pasta bowl. Lay a few strips of chicken over the top. Sprinkle with sliced green onion, and shaved parmesan. Serve.

CAJUN CHICKEN OVER PASTA



Cajun Chicken over Pasta image

"Cajun cooking is a combination of French and Southern cuisines. It is robust, country style cookery - and so is this dish! Laissez le bon temp roulez and bon appetit!"

Provided by Basque Princess

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 ounces linguine
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
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 parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Place the chicken and the Cajun seasoning in a plastic bag. Shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the chicken in butter or margarine until almost tender (5 to 7 minutes).
  • Add the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, mushrooms and green onion. Sauté and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat.
  • Add the cream, basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper. Heat through. Add the cooked linguine, toss and heat through.
  • Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 954.1, Fat 63.5, SaturatedFat 37.8, Cholesterol 280.1, Sodium 776.1, Carbohydrate 54.8, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 6.6, Protein 42.3

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