by: Michael ZennerPosted on: March 22, 2024March 23, 2024 DINNER / AMERICAN / CHICKEN Cajun Chicken Pasta Instructions Chicken Slice the chicken in half lengthwise In a gallon size Ziploc bag, add chicken, 1 tablespoon olive oil and cajun seasoning, shaking to coat thoroughly. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a grill pan over medium high heat Add chicken and cook, flipping once, until cooked through, about 5-6 minutes on each side. Set aside and keep warm. Pasta Cook the pasta in a pot of boiling water Drain and set aside In the same pot, melt the butter Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant Add in the heavy cream and lemon zest Bring to a light simmer Add in the parmesan cheese and stir until melted Season with salt and pepper You can add extra cajun seasoning to the sauce if you desire. Once sauce is slightly thickened, add in the pasta and stir to combine. If sauce is too thick you can add in more cream Combining Everything Put some pasta on a plate Slice up a piece of chicken and put on top of the pasta Top with diced tomatoes and some parmesan Ingredients Chicken 2 chicken breasts 4 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp cajun seasoning Pasta 1 lb penne pasta 2 tbsp butter 5 cloves garlic, minced 2 cup heavy cream zest of 1 lemon salt pepper 1 cup parmesan, grated 2 tomatoes, diced
