Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

recipe

• Step 1
  Wash the pepper, remove the seeds & slice.
• Step 2
  Wash & thinly slice the green onion. Separate the light green & white pieces from the darker green.
• Step 3
  Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breast with half of the cajun seasoning. Add the chicken & cook undisturbed for 5-8 min. Flip & cook for another 5-8 min or until the chicken is fully cooked through. Transfer to a cutting board.
• Step 4
  To the same pan, add another drizzle of oil, the lighter slices of green onion & the sliced bell peppers. Season the vegetables with the remaining cajun seasoning. Sauté for 3-4 min on medium heat until softened.
• Step 5
  Add the tomato paste & cook for 1 min until it browns slightly.
• Step 6
  Add the pasta & enough water to fully cover the pasta & vegetables. Season with salt & bring the water to a boil. Lower to a simmer & cook the pasta for 8 min, stirring occasionally.
• Step 7
  Meanwhile, slice the chicken.
• Step 8
  Add the heavy cream to the pasta. Stir & cook for 1 min until the sauce has thickened. Top with the remaining green onion slices.
• Step 9
  Add the sliced chicken, serve & enjoy!