Try this when you are feeling daring and want to mix things up a bit! A Southern inspired recipe that is sure to add a little fun to your dinner table. Try serving it with corn bread.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces linguine pasta
- 2 boneless , skinless chicken breast halves, sliced into thin strips
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 green bell pepper , chopped
- 0.5 reds bell pepper , chopped
- 4 freshs mushrooms , sliced
- 1 green onion , minced
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoons dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoons lemon pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.13 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.13 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
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2
Meanwhile, place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl, and toss to coat.
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3
In a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat, and stir in heavy cream. Season the sauce with basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper, and heat through.
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4
In a large bowl, toss linguini with sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
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