Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
INGREDIENTS
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1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (shrimp can be substituted)
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2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
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6 tsp cajun seasoning, divided (recipe in notes below)
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12 oz dry linguine or fettuccine pasta
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2 Tbsp butter
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1 clove garlic, minced
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3 Tbsp flour
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1 1/2 cups milk
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1/2 cup heavy cream or half and half
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1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
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1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips then strips halved (about 1 1/2 cups)
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1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced into thin strips then strips halved (about 1 1/2 cups)
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1/2 large red onion, sliced into thin strips
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2 cups sliced button mushrooms (about 8)
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
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