Name: Cajun Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast; 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning (divided); 1/4 cup olive oil (divided); 1 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 cup diced yellow onion (1/4" dice); 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper (1/2" dice); 1/2 cup diced green pepper (1/2" dice); 14.5 ounce fire roasted diced tomatoes; 8 ounces dried penne pasta (2 cups); 4 cups unsalted chicken stock (or broth); 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Cajun

Bowl

Dutch oven

Prepare the Chicken - Cut the chicken breast into about 1-inch cubes. In a medium bowl, combine the pieces with 1 tablespoon of the cajun seasoning and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Cook the Chicken - Heat a large high-sided skillet or dutch oven over medium heat. Once hot, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the chicken to a single layer, and cook without moving until the surface is golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Saute until fully cooked, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a clean bowl and cover to keep warm.

Saute the Vegetables - Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the onion and minced garlic, and saute for 2 minutes. Add the bell peppers, and saute for 2 minutes. Stir in the fire-roasted tomatoes with the juice, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits.

Cook the Pasta - Add the pasta, stock, and remaining cajun seasoning to the pan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Cook and stir frequently, until the pasta is tender and the stock has mostly evaporated, keeping a small amount of liquid in the pan to create a light sauce, about 14 to 16 minutes.

Make the Sauce - Reduce heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Stir in the chicken, cooking until warm, about 2 minutes.

To Serve - Serve garnished with parsley.

Cajun Chicken Pasta

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