Cajun Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 pound Gluten-Free Penne Pasta
• 1.5 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
• 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium, chopped Onion
• 1 medium, chopped Bell Pepper (any color)
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 cup Chicken Broth
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan Cheese
• 2 tablespoons, sliced Green Onions
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the gluten-free pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Toss with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

3. 3

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

4. 4

   In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.

6. 6

   Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

7. 7

   Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

8. 8

   Add the cooked chicken and pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat.

9. 9

   Stir in green onions and parsley (if using).

10. 10

    Serve immediately and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.