Ingredients
1/2 box penne
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (thin cut)
1 tbsp. Cajun seasoning
3 tbsp. butter, divided
1 pt. half-and-half
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 c. plus 3 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan
1 diced tomato
1 tsp. sliced flat-leaf parsley
Preparation
Step 1Cook penne according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.Step 2Pat chicken dry with a paper towel and dust both sides with Cajun seasoning until thoroughly coated. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add chicken, cooking through completely, about 5 to 6 minutes for each side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.Step 3Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to skillet, along with half-and-half, garlic powder, salt and pepper and 1/3 cup Parmesan. Stir until combined and remove from heat.Step 4Toss pasta in sauce and divide onto two plates (there will be some leftover). Slice chicken and place atop pasta. Sprinkle each with remaining Parmesan, diced tomatoes and parsley and serve.
