Cajun Chicken Pasta

Cajun Chicken Pasta

Original recipe found here

6 ounces linguine pasta

2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

1 tsp cajun seasoning.

2 Tbls. canola oil

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1/2 red onion, sliced

4 roma tomatoes, cut into large chunks

1 C. half and half

1/4 tsp dried basil

1/4 tsp lemon pepper

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.  Add pasta and cook according to package directions.

2. Place the chicken and the cajun seasoning in a plastic bag.  Shake to coat.  In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the chicken in canola oil until almost tender (5 to 7 minutes).

3. Add the pepper and onion.  Saute and stir for 2 to 3 minutes, reduce heat.

4.  Add the half and half, basil, lemon pepper, salt and garlic powder.  Heat through.  Add the cooked linguine, toss and heat through.  Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve.

Comments:

Everyone in the fam loved it.  Those who like a little more spice can add a bit more cajun seasoning to individual dishes.  As is, this recipe had a little heat, but not enough to stop my spice-opposed daughter from gobbling it up and asking for more--twice!