Cajun Chicken and Sausage Pasta
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Cajun · 35 min · Chicken · high-protein
714 cal
42g protein
60g carbs
34g fat
per serving · estimated
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb boneless chicken breast
- 3 oz smoked sausage
- 5 oz penne pasta
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 roma tomatoes
- 3/4 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 2 garlic cloves
Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)
- Cook penne in salted water until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Season diced chicken with cajun seasoning and saute with sliced sausage 8 minutes until browned.
- Add sliced bell pepper, garlic, and diced tomatoes; cook 4 minutes.
- Pour in cream, bring to a gentle simmer, and stir in parmesan until smooth.
- Toss the pasta into the sauce, loosening with pasta water as needed, and serve.
Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.
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