CAJUN CHICKEN OVER PASTA

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"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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