Cajun Chicken Fettuccine
This meal is hearty, filling and oh so tasty…it was enjoyed by everyone at our dinner table!
Servings - 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb. fettuccine noodles
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine
- 6 Tbsp flour
- 3-4 cups milk depending on how thick/thin you want the sauce
- 2 cups cooked shredded or cubed chicken
- 2 Tbsp cajun seasoning mix
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley
- Side dish suggestions: Broccoli, green beans
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta noodles as directed.
- Meanwhile, prepare the cream sauce. Melt the butter in a large skillet.
- Whisk in the flour, and then quickly whisk in the milk. Bring to slow bubble, then reduce heat to medium. Stir often as it thickens.
- Once slightly thickened, add the chicken and cajun seasoning, as well as salt and pepper to taste.
- Let simmer over low heat for a few minutes. If you plan to keep it over heat for more than 10 minutes, gently stir in milk to keep it the thickness you prefer.
- Prepare side dishes.
- Serve Cajun Chicken sauce over fettuccine noodles with vegetable side.