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Cajun Chicken and Pasta is a light, spicy meal for anyone who likes a little kick in their food.

Cajun Chicken and Pasta

Cajun Chicken and Pasta is a light, spicy meal for anyone who likes a little kick in their food.
Course Entree
Cuisine Cajun
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Author Cindy Schultz

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 oz Rotini pasta
  • 3 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese separated
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into 1" cubes.
  2. Place chicken in a zippy bag.
  3. Pour Cajun seasoning into the bag, seal the bag and shake well to coat the chicken.
  4. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  5. Drain and set aside.
  6. While the pasta is cooking, saute the chicken in olive oil until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Set the chicken aside
  8. In a large sized pot mix together the milk, cream, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  9. Heat over medium heat until just boiling.
  10. Mix in the chicken, pasta and 1 cup of the cheese.
  11. Stir until combined and cheese is melted.
  12. Serve topped with the remaining cheese.