PASTA & CAJUN CHICKEN 28-05-15

PASTA & CAJUN CHICKEN

Ingredients:
4 ounces linguine pasta
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons butter
1 green bell pepper,chopped
1/2 red bell pepper,chopped
4 fresh mushrooms,sliced
1 green onion, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes; drain. Meanwhile, place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl, and toss to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat, and stir in heavy cream. Season the sauce with basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper, and heat through. In a large bowl, toss linguini with sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve.

Yield: 2 Servings