Spicy Chicken Spaghetti

prep time:: 10 min
total time:: 25 min

Servings: 2

ingredients

3 oz spaghetti -- uncooked
1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast -- cut into 3/4-inch cu
1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 green onions -- thinly sliced
1 garlic clove -- minced
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 C half-and-half, fat free

directions

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with Cajun seasoning. In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned and juices run clear. Remove and keep warm.

In the same skillet, saute mushrooms, green pepper, onions and garlic until almost tender. Combine cornstarch, salt and pepper; sprinkle over vegetables. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Gradually stir in half-and-half. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.

Return chicken to the pan; heat through. Drain spaghetti; top with chicken mixture.

Ed would prefer this made with noodles.

notes

Nutrition Facts from Website: One serving: 1 cup chicken mixture with ¾ cup spaghetti Calories: 401 Fat: 4 g Saturated Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 63 mg Sodium: 808 mg Carbohydrate: 53 g Fiber: 3 g Protein: 34 g

Source: Taste of home