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Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 pieces Chicken breasts
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 pieces Garlic cloves
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces Pasta
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain.
  2. Season chicken breasts with cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Add diced tomatoes and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, and heat through. Add cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  7. Slice chicken and add it back to the skillet along with the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until pasta is fully coated in sauce.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with extra parmesan cheese if desired.