Chicken Pasta!

Ingredients:

▢1 tablespoon oil

▢2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

▢1 teaspoon + ½ teaspoon salt (divided)

▢1 teaspoon brown sugar

▢2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

▢1 medium onion (finely diced)

▢4 cloves garlic (finely minced)

▢1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

▢2½ cups low sodium chicken broth

▢398 ml diced tomatoes (14 oz)

▢½ cup heavy whipping cream

▢3 cups penne pasta (uncooked – about 300 grams)

 

Instructions:

???? Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

???? Season the chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon of salt, brown sugar, and Cajun seasoning.

???? Cook the chicken in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

???? In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed, then sauté the finely diced onion for about 2-3 minutes until it starts to become translucent.

???? Add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning, and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

???? Pour in the low sodium chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and heavy whipping cream. Stir to combine.

???? Season the sauce with the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt and more Cajun seasoning if desired.

???? Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 5-10 minutes to thicken slightly.

???? While the sauce simmers, cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

???? Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips.

???? Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Stir to combine and heat through for a few minutes.

???? Serve your Cajun Chicken Pasta hot and enjoy!