*** A WORD FROM THE KITCHEN ***

Well here’s a fun spicy little recipe that’s fit just for
two…great with cornbread too. This PASTA & CAJUN CHICKEN
has been one of my favorite dishes at a nearby restaurant
for some time and I’ve learned to make it at home.

Enjoy! Marzee
mailto:mz@gophercentral.com

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RECIPE: PASTA & CAJUN CHICKEN

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INGREDIENTS:
4 ounces linguine pasta
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons butter
1 green bell pepper,chopped
1/2 red bell pepper,chopped
4 fresh mushrooms,sliced
1 green onion, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS:
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add
linguini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
Meanwhile, place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl,
and toss to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat,
saute chicken in butter until no longer pink and juices
run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add green and red bell
peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2
to 3 minutes. Reduce heat, and stir in heavy cream. Season
the sauce with basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder
and ground black pepper, and heat through. In a large bowl,
toss linguini with sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan
cheese and serve.

Yield: 2 Servings
Category: Main Courses, Pasta, Chicken

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MARZEE’s CORNER

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KEEPING COOKED PASTA WARM:

Quickly drain the pasta and let it stand in the colander
just long enough to drain. Transfer the drained pasta back
to the cooking pan. The pan will be warm enough to keep
the pasta warm while you prepare the sauce. Warm the serving
dish before piling in the pasta: Fill the dish with hot water
and let it stand a few minutes. Pour out the water, dry the
dish, add the pasta, and serve immediately.

* Cooked pasta can also be stored in airtight containers
in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. If possible, store
pasta and sauce separately. To reheat, simply drop pasta
in boiling water for a few seconds; drain.

Tags: cajun, Chicken, pasta, pasta tips

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