August 11, 2011

Copycat: Cajun Chicken Pasta

Cajun Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

    • 2 chicken breasts, boneless skinless
    • 4 teaspoons cajun seasoning
    • 4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
    • 3 cups heavy cream
    • 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 8 ounces penne pasta, cooked and drained
    • 2 roma tomatoes, diced
    • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, fresh shredded, to taste

Directions

  1. Slightly moisten chicken with water.
  2. In a large resealable plastic bag, shake chicken and cajun seasoning until chicken is thoroughly coated.
  3. In large skillet, saute chicken in 2 tablespoons butter, over medium heat, turning whenever necessary.
  4. When chicken is about half-way done, grab a second skillet and combine heavy cream, 2 tablespoons butter, and remainder of seasonings over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  5. When cream mixture begins to bubble, add the pasta and turn off heat. Stir well.
  6. When chicken is cooked through, place on cutting board and slice into strips.

This was really good. I made it for my hubby and he loved it. Anthony ate some too, and he is a bit more picky. I will say to go ahead and make the whole box of pasta since there is a lot of extra leftover sauce. I love making a copycat recipe because then we can eat as much as we want, control the quality of the ingredients, and best of all, stay home!

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