Friday, June 5, 2015

Cajun Alfredo Pasta

Ingredients:

    • 2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast - OR - 2 lb. shrimp (tailless, peeled & deveined)
    • Tony's creole seasoning (to taste)
    • 1 stick butter
    • 1 cup chopped green onions
    • 1 1/2 tbsp. olive oil
    • 2 tsp. garlic powder
    • 1 cup diced tomatoes 
    • 1 cup (or more) heavy cream
    • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
    • 1 tub Parmesan cheese
    • 1 egg yolk
    • ?? linguine

    Directions:

    1. Get all ingredients ready, because the recipe goes together quickly once the shrimp/chicken is cooked.
    2. Toss the shrimp/chicken in the creole seasoning and set aside.
    3. Fill a pan with water adding salt to season the pasta. When water boils, add water and cook until al dente.
    4. While pasta is cooking, heat a skillet with the olive oil and butter inside. Add the garlic powder when the butter has melted, cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.
    5. Add 1/2 cup of the onions and cook for another minute then add the shrimp/chicken. Cook for about 3 to 5 minutes or until the shrimp turns pink.
    6. When the shrimp has cooked add the cream and more creole seasoning. Bring this to a simmer then turn the heat down to medium low.
    7. Add the cheese, egg yolk, and the tomatoes. Heat until the sauce thickens. The heat needs to be low to keep the egg from curdling.
    8. When the sauce has thickened add the other 1/2 cup of onions and the drained pasta. Toss unil the pasta is coated. Garnish with extra diced tomatoes and cheese if desired.