Cajun Chicken Pasta

This recipe is a staple in our home.  It is quick and easy to make too.

Cajun Chicken Pasta

8 oz. linguine

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces

1 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning

2 Tbsp. Butter

1 green pepper, diced

1 red pepper, diced

4 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced

3 green onions, chopped

1 Tbsp. Flour

1 1/2 c. Heavy cream

1/4 tsp. basil

1/8 tsp. pepper

1/4 tsp. lemon pepper

1/8 tsp. garlic powder

1/4 tsp. salt

Parmesan cheese (topping)

Cube chicken and place in a ziplock bag with Cajun seasoning. Toss to coat.

Cook linguine according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, in a LARGE skillet, over med-high heat, sauté chicken in butter until no longer pink. Add peppers, mushrooms and green onions. Cook 2-3 mins. Sprinkle flour over chicken and veggies and cook for another min. Reduce hear to med-low and stir in cream. Season with spices. Heat until simmering and sauce begins to thicken. Toss linguine with sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.