CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA IN SUN-DRIED TOMATO ALFREDO SAUCE
Creamy, CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA IN SUN-DRIED TOMATO ALFREDO SAUCE is melt in your mouth delicious and 1,000x better than any restaurant at a fraction of the cost and calories!
Provided by Jen @CarlsbadCravings.com
Categories Main Dish
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Cook fettuccine in salted water according to package directions just until al dente. Reserve 1/3 cup pasta water then strain and set aside.
- Chicken: In a small bowl, mix 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning with 1 tablespoon olive oil and rub evenly all over chicken breasts. Let chicken sit while you slice your vegetables.
- Heat one tablespoon olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once very hot, add chicken and cook, undisturbed for 3-5 minutes, or until nicely browned (or blackened if you prefer) on one side. Turn chicken over, cover, and reduce heat to medium. Cook for approximately 5-7 more minutes (depending on the thickness of chicken), or until chicken is cooked through. Remove to a cutting board and let rest at least 5 minutes before slicing.
- Peppers: Add enough olive oil to remaining oil in the pan over medium-high heat. Add peppers, onions and ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning and saute for one minute. Remove to a plate.
- Sun-Dried Tomato Alfredo: Wipe out the skillet and heat 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato oil over medium heat. Add sundried tomatoes and garlic and saute for one minute. Sprinkle in flour and continue to cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Turn heat to low and stir in chicken broth. Whisk cornstarch with milk and add to pan along with tomato paste, ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring sauce to a simmer and continue to cook and stir until sauce is thickened (but not overly thick), approximately 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese until melted, followed by Parmesan cheese until melted and finally whisk in mozzarella until melted. Add pasta, peppers and toss evenly to coat, adding the desired amount of reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired consistency. Top pasta with chicken or toss chicken with pasta.
- Garnish individual servings with plenty of freshly squeezed lime juice, salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. If you like it spicier, sprinkle a little cayenne dusting over top (I always do this - LOVE).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 608 kcal, Carbohydrate 58 g, Protein 36 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 122 mg, Sodium 664 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SUN-DRIED TOMATO CHICKEN ALFREDO
This is a decadent version of chicken Alfredo. It has three different types of cheese, bacon, and sun-dried tomatoes. It does use a few pots and pans, but the end result is worth it.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and desired crispness is reached, 6 to 10 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels.
- Add chopped chicken thighs, garlic salt, and cantanzaro herbs to skillet and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken to a plate.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until a pinch of flour sprinkled into the oil just begins to bubble. Whisk in flour to form a thick paste the consistency of cake frosting. Slowly add in milk, stirring constantly. Allow mixture to thicken, while stirring. Mix in fontina cheese, Parmesan, provolone, and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir to combine. Add drained pasta to sauce and mix well. Stir in cooked chicken and bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 707.4 calories, Carbohydrate 62.4 g, Cholesterol 116.8 mg, Fat 35.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 36.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 1230.1 mg, Sugar 12.6 g
FUN IN THE SUN COCKTAIL
Growing up, I loved those juice pouches with the straws that you could poke right into the pouch. You know the ones. Well, I thought it would be fun to make a grown-up version of those. I found drink pouches online and like to fill them up with a boozy cherry limeade. I guarantee they'll be a hit at your next get together.
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories beverage
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Stir together the vodka, limeade concentrate and 4 cups water in a large pitcher. Pour about 3/4 cup into the bottom of each of 8 clear pouches. Top with 1 tablespoon grenadine and lime slices and cherries. Seal the pouch and chill until ready to serve.
PENNE CHICKEN WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
"The use of precooked chicken and sauce that comes in a jar make this dish fast and easy to assemble." The sun-dried tomatoes give this cheesy casserole a sophisticated feel; it's great for company. -Robin Klawinski of Eagle, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. , In a large bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, chicken, tomatoes, mushrooms, green onions and pepper. Drain pasta; stir into chicken mixture. Spoon into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , Cover and bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5-8 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Freeze Option: Before baking, cover and freeze casserole for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 29g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 1566mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
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