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Cajun Chicken Pasta

Seared Cajun chicken over penne in a rich cream and Parmesan sauce with diced tomatoes.

Ingredients

• 8 oz penne pasta
• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 t olive oil
• 2 T unsalted butter
• 2 T Cajun seasoning, divided (1½ T / ½ T)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• ⅔ C diced tomatoes
• 1 ½ C heavy whipping cream
• ½ C grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 T parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 T salt. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
2. Pound chicken to even thickness and season all over with 1½ T Cajun seasoning.
3. Heat 2 t oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Sear chicken on both sides until cooked through. Transfer to a cutting board, slice into thin strips, and cover to keep warm.
4. In the same skillet over medium heat, sauté butter and garlic until fragrant. Add diced tomatoes and sauté 2 more minutes.
5. Add heavy whipping cream, remaining Cajun seasoning to taste, and Parmesan. Bring to a simmer. Season as needed.
6. Add sliced chicken and cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until combined and warmed through. Add reserved pasta water to thin the sauce if desired.
7. Best part — serve and enjoy!

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