Cajun Chicken Florentine Recipe

Name: Cajun Chicken Florentine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 6 tablespoons cajun seasoning (I use Schilling); 1 (10 ounce) package chopped spinach (thawed and drained); 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine; 2 tablespoons flour; 2 cups milk; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; salt and pepper; 1 package mostaccioli noodles; 4 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 tablespoons cajun seasoning (I use Schilling)
1 (10 ounce) package chopped spinach (thawed and drained)
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper
1 package mostaccioli noodles
4 tablespoons olive oil

1
Put noodles on to boil, and boil according to package directions.
2
In the meantime, make sauce.
3
In a medium sauce pan, melt butter.
4
Add flour and blend well.
5
Gradually whisk in milk, spinach, cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
6
Cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring frequently.
7
Cover and reserve.
8
Heat oil over medium high heat in large fry pan.
9
Sprinkle chicken liberally with cajun seasoning, and sear chicken on both sides, reduce heat to medium and cook thoroughly (about 10-15 minutes), turning occasionally.
10
Serve noodles on plate, top with a chicken breast and spoon sauce over.
11
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and extra parmesan cheese if desired.

669

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 6 tablespoons cajun seasoning (I use Schilling), 1 (10 ounce) package chopped spinach (thawed and drained), 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, and more.

Yes, Cajun Chicken Florentine falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Cajun Chicken Florentine

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