Cajun Chicken and Andouille Pasta
photo by mcanally1978
- Ready In:
- 40mins
- Ingredients:
- 15
- Serves:
-
6
ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
- 1 lb smoked andouille sausage, sliced into bite size pieces
- 2 -3 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 1⁄4 cup sun-dried tomato, seeded and sliced
- 1⁄2 red bell pepper, seeded, sliced into 1/4 inch wide strips
- 1⁄2 green pepper, seeded, sliced into 1/4 inch wide strips
- 1⁄2 medium red onion, sliced into 1/4 inch strips
- 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
- 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1⁄4 dried basil
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed, peeled and minced
- 1⁄2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 16 ounces pasta, I use bow ties
directions
- Place chicken pieces in a medium bowl, sprinkle the cajun seasoning over and toss to coat.
- In a large, deep skillet sauté the garlic in the butter for about two minutes. Add chicken and andouille pieces. Sauté for about 4 minutes.
- Add the red and green peppers to the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes, then add the red onion.
- Reduce heat. Add half and half, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and sun dried tomatoes. Heat through. Add basil.
- Pour over hot pasta and toss with Parmesan cheese.
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