Roots of a Southern Kitchen

Cajun food and pasta? Sign me up! The perfect blend of savory, creamy, and spicy!

Ingredients:

• 3-4 chicken breasts, cut into bite sized pieces
• 14 oz sliced smoked sausage
• 4 cloves minced garlic
• 2 T italian seasoning
• 1 quart chicken broth
• 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 16 oz penne pasta
• 1 1/2 T cajun seasoning (or more if you like it super spicy!)
• 4 oz parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. In a large pot, season chicken with 1/2 T cajun seasoning, salt and pepper and cook through. Add sausage and continue to cook until lightly browned. Stir in garlic and cook for 2 min.
2. Add broth, cream, pasta, and seasonings. Simmer on med-high heat for 15 min or until pasta is tender and sauce has thickened.
3. Remove from heat and stir in cheese.