Cajun Chicken Pasta
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Serves4 (1 1/2 cups each)
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Ingredients
- 6 ounces linguini, dry
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, boneless and skinless sliced into strips
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 medium red pepper, sliced
- 1 medium green pepper, sliced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 4 scallions, chopped
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Directions
- Prepare pasta al dente according to package instructions. Drain.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning.
- Add chicken to skillet and cook 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add peppers, mushrooms, and scallions. Cook additional 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add the milk, basil, and garlic powder. Cook until heated through.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat. Heat through.
- Serve warm and top with parmesan cheese.
Recipe Tips
Use any type of pasta- try whole wheat pasta for more fiber.
Stays in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Amount Per Serving
Calories 387
Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g
18%
Saturated Fat 4g
20%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 108mg
36%
Sodium 770mg
32%
Potassium 751mg
21%
Total Carbohydrates 25g
8%
Dietary Fiber 3g
12%
Sugars 7g
Protein 43g
86%
Vitamin A
28%
Vitamin C
125%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
13%
Iron
19%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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