Cajun Chicken Pasta

Recipe View Gather all the necessary ingredients for a seamless cooking experience.

Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the linguine pasta and cook until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. (10 minutes)

Recipe View In a plastic zipper bag, combine the chicken strips and Cajun seasoning. Seal the bag and shake well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the spice blend.

Recipe View Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Cajun-spiced chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and almost cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. (7 minutes)

Recipe View Add the sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, and green onion to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp, approximately 2-3 minutes. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Reduce the heat to low. Gently stir in the heavy cream, dried basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Heat through, being careful not to boil the cream. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.

Recipe View Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy Cajun sauce. Heat through, ensuring the pasta is warmed. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately, with additional Parmesan cheese on the side for those who desire an extra cheesy indulgence.