Cajun Chicken Pasta

Instructions

1. Place 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan over medium-high heat until melted.
2. Meanwhile, combine 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a zippered bag. Add chopped chicken, zip closed, and shake until chicken is coated.
3. Transfer chicken to heated pan and cook until chicken is browned and just cooked through. Remove to a plate and set aside.
4. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to pan and allow it to melt.
5. Add peppers and onion and cook until beginning to soften (about 3-5 minutes).
6. Add heavy cream, smoked paprika, basil, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning, and remaining ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer, cooking until sauce is thickened.
7. Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Return cooked chicken and add cooked pasta, stir well and serve.