Spicy Cajun Chicken Penne Recipe

Name: Spicy Cajun Chicken Penne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces whole wheat penne; 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning; 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced; 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced; 4 ounces mushrooms, quartered (I use Baby Bella's); 1 head broccoli, florets halved; 1 green onion, thinly sliced; 3/4 cup milk; 1/3 cup butter, melted; 1 tablespoon flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; parmesan cheese, grated; Italian bread, sliced

Servings: persons

4 ounces whole wheat penne
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
4 ounces mushrooms, quartered (I use Baby Bella's)
1 head broccoli, florets halved
1 green onion, thinly sliced
3/4 cup milk
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
parmesan cheese, grated
Italian bread, sliced

1
While pasta is cooking, place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl and toss to coat.
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in olive oil until chicken is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
3
In a small bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter and flour (see note in 'description' about a yummy substitution). Add in salt, basil, lemon pepper, garlic powder and black pepper. Set aside.
4
Add green and red bell peppers, onion, mushrooms and broccoli to the skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes.
5
Reduce heat and slowly add milk mixture to skillet and heat through. Sauce will thicken.
6
Mix pasta into skillet.
7
Serve with fresh parmesan cheese and a fresh Italian Bread Loaf.

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces whole wheat penne, 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced, 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning, 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Cajun Chicken Penne 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.

Spicy Cajun Chicken Penne

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