Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

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Ingredients:

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4 oz linguine
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into thin strips
2 tsp cajun seasoning (or to taste)
2 tbsp butter or 2 tbsp margarine
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
4 oz sliced mushrooms
1 thinly sliced green onion (1 to 2)
1 cup heavy cream (1 to 2 cups)
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp lemon pepper
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp black pepper

Directions:

In a large pot with boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente; drain.
While the pasta is cooking, place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl and toss to coat.
In a large skillet over medium heat saute chicken in butter until chicken is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and onions, and cook for 2-3 minutes .
Reduce heat; add heavy cream, basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and pepper and heat through.
In a large bowl toss linguini with sauce.
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	391.92 Kcal (1641 kJ)
Calories from fat	191.25 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	21.25g	33%
Cholesterol	130.39mg	43%
Sodium	566.08mg	24%
Potassium	481.29mg	10%
Total Carbs	23.39g	8%
Sugars	2.17g	9%
Dietary Fiber	2.38g	10%
Protein	28.94g	58%
Vitamin C	24.9mg	42%
Vitamin A	0.7mg	22%
Iron	11mg	61%
Calcium	38.1mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	159.79 Kcal (669 kJ)
Calories from fat	77.97 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.66g	33%
Cholesterol	53.16mg	43%
Sodium	230.79mg	24%
Potassium	196.22mg	10%
Total Carbs	9.54g	8%
Sugars	0.89g	9%
Dietary Fiber	0.97g	10%
Protein	11.8g	58%
Vitamin C	10.2mg	42%
Vitamin A	0.3mg	22%
Iron	4.5mg	61%
Calcium	15.5mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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