Cajun Chicken Pasta

5m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Butterfly or split chicken breasts to thin them out.
  2. 2Season chicken with garlic and herb seasoning, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika.
  3. 3Sear chicken in a skillet on each side for about four minutes, basting with butter.
  4. 4Add butter to the same skillet, then add garlic paste and tomato paste.
  5. 5Add chicken broth and heavy cream, simmer on low.
  6. 6Add freshly chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice, then season again.
  7. 7Set aside some of the sauce if you like extra.
  8. 8Add your favorite pasta to the sauce and toss.
  9. 9Slice the chicken and plate with the pasta, diced tomatoes, green onions, and more Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

  • 3 chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic and herb seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon creole seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons garlic paste
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon parsley
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 box penne pasta
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon green onions

Equipment

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