Cajun chicken pasta *Sooo Good*
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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.
Ingredients Convert to Metric Show Traditional
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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CALORIES 445 cals
Fat 5.2 g
Saturated Fat 2.2 g
Cholesterol 78 mg
Sodium 506 mg
Carbohydrates 56.6 g
Fiber 2.5 g
Total Sugars 8.4 g
Protein 41.1 g
Calcium 186.0 mg0 -
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