Simple Way to Creamy Chicken And Avocado Pasta Sauce

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

To make the creamy avocado sauce, combine the avocados, olive oil, basil (and cilantro, if using), garlic, and lemon juice in the bowl of a food processor;

Recipe Summary Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Try this when you are feeling daring and want to mix things up a bit! A Southern inspired recipe that is sure to add a little fun to your dinner table. Try serving it with corn bread.

Ingredients | Creamy Chicken And Avocado Pasta Sauce

4 ounces linguine pasta

2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, sliced into thin strips

2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

2 tablespoons butter

1 green bell pepper, chopped

½ red bell pepper, chopped

4 fresh mushrooms, sliced

1 green onion, minced

1 ½ cups heavy cream

¼ teaspoon dried basil

¼ teaspoon lemon pepper

¼ teaspoon salt

⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.

Meanwhile, place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl, and toss to coat.

In a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat, and stir in heavy cream. Season the sauce with basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper, and heat through.

In a large bowl, toss linguini with sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Info | Creamy Chicken And Avocado Pasta Sauce

prep: 15 mins cook: 15 mins total: 30 mins Servings: 2 Yield: 2 servings

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