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Easy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Richwood Meat Cajun Marinated Chicken takes the guesswork out of dinner by bringing bold flavor to this easy pasta dish. With tender chicken, a creamy sauce, and pasta cooked until just right, this recipe is a simple way to make a satisfying meal with very little prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pounds Richwood Meat Cajun Marinated Chicken
  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 small yellow onion sliced thin
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

Directions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Cut the marinated chicken into bite-sized pieces if needed.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
  5. In the same skillet, add the bell pepper and onion. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
  6. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  7. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
  8. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  9. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth.
  10. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the drained pasta. Toss until everything is evenly coated in the sauce.
  11. Taste and add salt and black pepper if needed.
  12. Top with chopped parsley and serve warm.