Makeover Cajun Chicken Pasta |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This slimmed-down dish has less sodium, calories and saturated fat than the original, but all the same rich creamy flavor! Heather Privratsky - Greenfield, WI Ingredients:
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) |
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning, divided |
2-1/4 cups uncooked penne pasta |
1 large onion, chopped |
2 teaspoons olive oil |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, drained |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream |
Directions:
1. Rub chicken with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°; keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions. In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, saute onion in oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic and remaining Cajun seasoning; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes and pepper.
3. Drain pasta; add to the onion mixture. Stir in cream; heat through (do not boil). Serve chicken with pasta. Yield: 6 servings.
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