Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lb Smoked sausage (Andouille preferred), sliced
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 Green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can Diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 lb Pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (adjust based on spice preference)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add sliced smoked sausage, browning for approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Cook bite-sized chicken pieces, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning until no longer pink (6-8 minutes).
- Add chopped bell peppers and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in undrained diced tomatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Stir in the pasta; reduce heat to simmer and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reduce heat to low and mix in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Adjust seasoning as desired before serving hot.
Notes
For a spicier kick, include diced jalapeños or switch to a hotter sausage. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for added color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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