Spicy Bowtie Cajun Dish (Print)
Crunchy Cajun-coated chicken atop bowtie noodles with a thick, fiery sauce, sweet peppers, and earthy mushrooms.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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1/4 cup oil, for frying
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4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, sliced thinly
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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2 eggs, whisked
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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3/4 cup panko crumbs
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1/2 teaspoon Cajun spice blend
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A pinch of pepper
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A pinch of salt
→ Pasta and Vegetables
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 cup of sliced fresh mushrooms
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1/4 cup onions, finely chopped
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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10 ounces of cooked and drained bowtie pasta
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 yellow bell pepper, diced
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1 tablespoon of olive oil
→ Cajun Cream Sauce
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A pinch of cayenne, optional, adjust to taste
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Salt and black pepper, as needed
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2 cups heavy cream
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2 tablespoons of butter
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1 tablespoon flour
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3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning
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1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
# Steps:
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Start by seasoning chicken slices with some pepper, salt, and Cajun spice. Coat each slice by first dipping in flour, then eggs, and finally the breadcrumb-Parmesan mix. Pour oil in a hot skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken on both sides until they're crispy and golden, about 3-4 minutes for each side. Put them to the side to keep warm.
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Heat up olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Toss in the garlic and let it cook for about a minute until it smells great. Stir in onions, then add the mushrooms, yellow peppers, and red peppers. Cook everything together until the veggies soften, roughly 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle in some salt and pepper. Add the bowtie pasta and mix well. Keep this warm.
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In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Mix in the flour and let it cook, stirring constantly, for a couple of minutes to make a paste. Slowly pour in chicken broth and cream while stirring. Cook for about 4-5 minutes till it thickens. Add in Parmesan cheese and Cajun seasoning. Taste the sauce and adjust the salt, pepper, or cayenne if you want more kick. Keep stirring until it's smooth.
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Toss the veggies and pasta with the creamy Cajun sauce until everything is coated nicely. Place the crisp chicken on top before serving. If you want, sprinkle some more Parmesan cheese on top. Serve right away while it's hot.
# Additional Notes:
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Want it hotter? Add extra cayenne to the sauce.
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You can switch the bowtie pasta for a different kind of pasta.
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Swap heavy cream with half-and-half to make it lighter.