8oz(227g)penne pasta* cooked according to package instructions and drained
3Tablespoonsbutterdivided
1 ½lbs(680g)boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1" pieces
4teaspoonsCajun seasoningdivided
½teaspoonsaltdivided
½teaspoonpepperdivided
½yellow oniondiced
1red peppersliced
1green pepper sliced
1 ½cups(355ml)heavy cream
¾teaspoonsmoked paprika
½teaspoondried basil
¼teaspoongarlic powder
⅓cupfresh parmesan cheese
Instructions
Place 2 Tablespoons of butter in a large pan over medium-high heat until melted.
3 Tablespoons butter
Meanwhile, combine 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a Ziploc bag. Add chopped chicken, zip closed, and shake until chicken is coated.
4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1" pieces
Transfer chicken to heated pan and cook until chicken is browned and just cooked through. Remove to a plate and set aside.
Add remaining Tablespoon of butter to pan and allow it to melt.
Add peppers and onion and cook until beginning to soften (about 3-5 minutes).
½ yellow onion, 1 red pepper, 1 green pepper
Add heavy cream, smoked paprika, basil, garlic powder, and remaining cajun seasoning and ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer, cooking until sauce is thickened.
1 ½ cups heavy cream, ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon dried basil, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Return cooked chicken and add cooked pasta, stir well and serve.
⅓ cup fresh parmesan cheese, 8 oz penne pasta*
Notes
*While I particularly enjoy this recipe served with penne, you can of course substitute your favorite type of pasta. Linguine is another popular option!