NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz Chicken Breast

1/2 cup dry Whole Wheat Pasta

1 medium Red Bell Pepper

1/4 cup Low-Fat Cream Cheese

1 tsp Olive Oil

1 tsp Cajun Seasoning

1 clove Garlic

1 small Onion

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, slice the red bell pepper, dice the small onion, and mince the garlic.

• 3

  Season the chicken breast on both sides with Cajun seasoning.

• 4

  Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breast and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

• 5

  In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.

• 6

  Add the sliced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until its edges are slightly softened.

• 7

  Reduce the heat to low and stir in the low-fat cream cheese. Mix until a creamy sauce forms, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to thin the sauce.

• 8

  Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the creamy vegetables.

• 9

  Place the sliced chicken over the pasta and gently mix to incorporate. Adjust seasoning with additional Cajun seasoning if desired.

• 10

  Serve warm and enjoy your flavorful Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Bell Peppers.