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This meal is delicious. It is honestly one of the best things I’ve cooked in a long time. It’s so simple and easy to make. Seriously, go make this right now. 🙂
Louisiana Chicken Pasta
Adapted from: Newlywed Nibbles
The Cast of Characters:
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1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, uncooked and cubed
2 Tbsp of butter
8-10 oz of bowtie pasta
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 onion, chopped
1/2 tsp. Cajun seasoning
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 1/2 c. whipping cream
1 Tbsp. corn starch
1 Tbsp. water
Salt and Pepper, to taste
Directions:
Put 1 Tbsp of butter and the olive oil to a large skillet and heat on medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and season with salt, pepper and Cajun seasoning.
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Cook the chicken thoroughly, until the edges are golden brown.
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Remove from heat and set aside in a bowl. Add the rest of the butter to the skillet (don’t clean the skillet first) and throw in the bell pepper and onion.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a pot of boiling water according to package directions.
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Add the Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper to the skillet. Stir well and cook until the peppers and onions begin to soften.
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Meanwhile, add the cornstarch and water to a small bowl and whisk to combine.
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Once the peppers have softened, add the whipping cream to the skillet and mix well.
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Simmer until the mixture starts to bubble.
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Add the cornstarch mixture and cook for another 5 minutes. The sauce will really start to thicken.
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Drain the pasta and add it to the pan, along with the chicken and tomatoes.
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Stir well.
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Serve in bowls and garnish with chopped tomatoes.
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Doesn’t that look yummy?
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I made this tonight for my girlfriend. She loves the Louisiana Chicken pasta from Cheesecake Factory. It was a huge success – thanks so much for the recipe. Writing this now that she’s passed out on the couch after eating more than I’ve ever seen her eat. Now I have the next 4 hours to play video games in peace. Best $40 ever.