CREAMY CAJUN "CHICKEN" PASTA (VEGETARIAN CHICKEN)

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Creamy Cajun

I came up with this recipe in attempt to please my husband who is not keen on fake meats. We all loved this dish and I don't believe he realized that the strips were not real chicken breast. The 6 year old licked his plate - literally. So if you happened to grab a bag and are wondering what on earth to do with it.... give this recipe a try. I know you will love it!

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Cajun

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

12 ounces vegetarian chicken strips or 12 ounces Morningstar Farms Meal Starters chicken strips, thawed and cut into thirds
8 ounces campanelle pasta (your favorite pasta will work) or 8 ounces linguine, cooked al dente (your favorite pasta will work)
4 teaspoons cajun seasoning (see below for recipe)
1 -2 tablespoon butter
3 thinly sliced green onions
1 -2 cup heavy whipping cream (I use one cup heavy cream and one cup milk)
4 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
kosher salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon paprika (I use Hungarian Hot Paprika)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Add Cajun Seasoning to a medium sized bowl.
  • Spray thawed chik'n pieces with a little bit of Pam and toss in bowl to coat with seasoning.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chik'n pieces in butter until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat and add green onion, heavy cream, sun dried tomatoes, basil, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and heat through until sauce slightly thickens. If the sauce gets too thick you can just add more milk and stir.
  • Pour over hot pasta and toss,with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.3, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 94.7, Sodium 213.6, Carbohydrate 48.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 3.1, Protein 12.1

imtiaz Joy
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the sauce turned out too watery. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Yan Magar
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I would have liked it to be more spicy.


Md Ahad
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I've tried many Cajun pasta recipes, but this one is by far the best. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly.


Amy Paul
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This recipe is a lifesaver! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I'm so glad I found it.


Tan _Jiro
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up!


Ramesh Mandal
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This was the perfect dish for a cold winter night. The creamy Cajun sauce was so comforting and flavorful.


Ihsanali Afridi7788
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others. It's a great way to enjoy Cajun flavors without having to go to a restaurant.


Kaatiyaa Love
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This pasta dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I especially liked the creamy Cajun sauce.


Dionysus Savage
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish for a weeknight meal or for a special occasion.


Adnan Nazir
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the creamy Cajun sauce and the tender chicken.


Khawaja Zaheer Atish
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best Cajun pasta he's ever had.


Kenley Fleurima
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I'm not a big fan of Cajun food, but I really enjoyed this pasta dish. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


deadGir1walking
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the creamy Cajun sauce and the tender chicken.


Nondon Das
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Tetebea Vida
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Yum! This pasta dish was so good! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


MAHAR MUHAMMAD RAZZAQ SAIL
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was tender and juicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


genuwin76
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This Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta was a hit with my family! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.