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Chicken Cajun Pasta
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon Cajun spice
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine
- 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped red pepper- 2 cups chicken stock or broth
- 2 cups vegetable-tomato juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste- 12 ounces spaghetti pasta, cooked according to package directions
- Additional Parmesan cheese for accompaniment
- Toss prepared chicken with the Cajun spice.
- Heat butter in heavy, large skillet over medium-heat. When hot, add chicken and sauté until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and sauté for a few seconds. Add mushrooms, onions and peppers and sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in chicken stock, vegetable-tomato juice and Cajun spice. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes, uncovered.
- Stir in cream and season to taste with salt and pepper. Heat thoroughly.
- While sauce is cooking, prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
- Add cooked pasta and 1 cup Parmesan cheese to skillet and toss well to combine.
- Serve immediately with additional Parmesan for sprinkling on top.
Serves 4.
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