Cajun chicken pasta *Sooo Good*

KeepCalmNGetyaSweatOn
KeepCalmNGetyaSweatOn Posts: 361 Member
edited January 15 in Recipes
I'm new to this site and I am so excited that there is a recipe section in the forums as I love to cook and exchange recipes :P Here is a recipe that everyone in my family loves! (Kids included) Here is a link to the website for nutritional information but I will also post the ingredients & directions as well. Enjoy and Happy/Healthy eating! http://www.calorieking.com/recipes/Chicken-Turkey-Fowl-and-Egg/Chicken-Turkey-Fowl-Dishes/Cajun-Chicken-Pasta_Y2lkPTUmc2lkPTE5JnJpZD05NDY.html

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 16.8 oz)
1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning *
4 sprays buttery cooking spray, or as needed
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
2 cup fat-free half & half **
1/4 tsp basil
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp black pepper
1 tsp flour
8 oz linguine, cooked and drained
2 1/2 Tbsp parmesan cheese

Directions:

Put the chicken and Cajun seasoning in a zip bag and toss to coat.

Spray large skillet with cooking spray; turn to medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sauté 5 to 7 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the half & half, seasonings, and sprinkle with flour. Stir and heat through.

Toss with cooked linguine. Divide between 4 plates and top with Parmesan cheese.
Variations:

* For more seasoning, add up to 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning.

** Can replace half & half with equal amount of fat-free evaporated milk.

This dish is also good with fresh tomato and green onions - add when the pasta is plated.

For extra color and nutrition, add asparagus or other cooked, green vegetables.

Serving suggestions are not included in the nutritional analysis.

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