QUICK CAJUN CHICKEN PENNE

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I used to work at a restaurant that served a variation of chicken with penne pasta. I didn't know how easy it would be to make until I gave it a shot at home-now it's always a requested meal around my house. -Rusty Koll, Elmwood, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
2 teaspoons blackened seasoning
2 containers (10 ounces each) refrigerated Alfredo sauce
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
3 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Sprinkle chicken with blackened seasoning. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Cut into bite-size pieces., In a large skillet, heat Alfredo sauce over medium heat until warm, stirring frequently. Add the tomatoes, onions, pasta and chicken; toss to coat and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660 calories, Fat 31g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 1015mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

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