Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Name: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into thin strips; 4 ounces linguine cooked al dente (I used whole wheat linguine); 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning; 2 tablespoons butter; 1-2 cup heavy whipping cream (I subbed 3/4 cup skim milk mixed with 1/3 cup melted butter); 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon dried basil; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder (I used fresh minced garlic); 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Number of Servings: 3

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips4 ounces linguine, cooked al dente (I used whole wheat linguine)2 teaspoons cajun seasoning2 tablespoons butter1-2 cup heavy whipping cream (I subbed 3/4 cup skim milk mixed with 1/3 cup melted butter)2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper1/8 teaspoon garlic powder (I used fresh minced garlic)1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Directions

Place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl and toss to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, saut� chicken in butter or margarine until chicken is tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce heat add green onion, heavy cream, tomatoes, basil, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and heat through. Pour over hot linguine and toss with Parmesan cheese.

Serving Size:�2 servings

Servings Per Recipe: 3

Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving

Calories: 412.2
Total Fat: 21.8 g
Cholesterol: 75.6 mg
Sodium: 612.8 mg
Total Carbs: 31.4 g
Dietary Fiber: 1.4 g
Protein: 23.5 g

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