Made with AI
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Ingredients
- boneless skinless chicken breasts2 pieces
- Cajun seasoning2 tablespoons
- butter2 tablespoons
- green bell pepper1 piece
- red bell pepper1 piece
- green onions4 stalks
- heavy cream1 cup
- dried basil1/2 teaspoon
- lemon pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon
- salt1/2 teaspoon
- garlic powder1/2 teaspoon
- black pepper1/4 teaspoon
- grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup
- fettuccine pasta8 ounces
Instructions
- 1
Begin by bringing a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- 2
While the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breasts into thin strips.
- 3
In a bowl, toss the chicken strips with the Cajun seasoning until they are well coated.
- 4
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the seasoned chicken strips. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink inside, about 5 to 7 minutes, then remove chicken and set aside.
- 5
In the same skillet, add the sliced green and red bell peppers and green onions. Sauté the vegetables until they begin to soften, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- 6
Reduce the heat to low and return the chicken to the skillet with the vegetables.
- 7
Add the heavy cream, dried basil, lemon pepper seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 8
Toss the cooked pasta with the chicken and sauce mixture.
- 9
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot.
