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This creamy cajun chicken pasta is the best meal I have made all year. This quick and easy pasta dish is packed with bold and delicious ingredients that satisfy your taste buds.
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Butterfly chicken breasts and use a mallet to flatten until a consistent thickness. Season both sides with 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook 4-5 mins per side over medium heat.
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Start boiling the water for the pasta, and add the penne. Remember to save 1/2 cup of the cooked pasta water. Leave the leftover oil, butter, and any leftover seasoning in the pan. Add onions. Let them cook for 3 minutes.
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Add the garlic, green, and red pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes. Add tomato paste and saute until a deep red, about 3 minutes.
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Pour in the cream and add in the cajun seasoning, lime juice, parmesan cheese, and smoked paprika. Stir until thick, less than a minute.
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Finish the sauce by adding 1/2 cup of pasta water, butter, and parsley. You can add the pasta to the skillet or serve the sauce on the side. Top with chicken, green onions, more cheese.
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