Ingredients: |
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked linguine
1 pound chicken breast strips
1 to 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning (or to taste)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 red onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup milk
1 tablespoon flour
3 tablespoons cream cheese
Fresh cracked pepper
2 scallions, chopped
Salt to taste
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Directions: |
Directions:Prepare all your vegetables.
In a small blender, make a slurry by combining milk, flour, and cream cheese. Set aside.
Season chicken generously with cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
Prepare pasta in salted water according to package directions.
Heat a large heavy nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Spray with cooking spray, and add half of the chicken. Sauté 5 to 6 minutes or until done, set aside on a plate, and repeat with the remaining chicken. Set aside.
Add olive oil to the skillet, and reduce to medium. Add bell peppers, onions, and garlic to skillet. Sauté 3 to 4 minutes.
Add mushrooms and tomatoes, and sauté 3 to 4 more minutes or until vegetables are tender. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and fresh cracked pepper to taste.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add chicken broth. Pour in slurry, stirring about 2 minutes.
Return chicken to skillet. Adjust salt and cajun seasoning to taste. Cook 1 to 2 minutes until hot, and then add linguine. Toss well to coat. Top with chopped scallions, and enjoy! |
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