Cajun Chicken And Linguine Recipe

Name: Cajun Chicken And Linguine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb linguine or 1 lb fettuccine; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 lb chicken tenders, each cut lengthwise in half; 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning; 1 large onion, sliced; 1 large green pepper, sliced; 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup heavy cream or 1/4 cup whipping cream; 2 medium tomatoes, chopped; 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaf, sliced

Servings: persons

1 lb linguine or 1 lb fettuccine
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb chicken tenders, each cut lengthwise in half
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1 large onion, sliced
1 large green pepper, sliced
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup heavy cream or 1/4 cup whipping cream
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaf, sliced

1
Heat large covered saucepot of salted water to boiling over high heat.
2
Add pasta; cook as label directs.
3
Meanwhile, in nonstick 12-inch skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat until hot.
4
Add chicken and Cajun seasoning and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until chicken just loses its pink color throughout, stirring frequently.
5
Transfer chicken to plate.
6
In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat.
7
Add onion and pepper and cook, covered, 8 to 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender and browned, stirring occasionally.
8
Add mushrooms and salt and cook, covered, 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9
Drain linguine, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
10
Return linguine to saucepot.
11
Add cooking water and cream; heat to boiling over medium heat.
12
Stir in onion mixture; heat through.
13
Remove saucepot from heat; add tomato, basil, and chicken with its juices on plate, and toss to mix well.

337

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb linguine or 1 lb fettuccine, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 lb chicken tenders, each cut lengthwise in half, and more.

Yes, Cajun Chicken And Linguine falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cajun Chicken And Linguine

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Variations & substitutions

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