Recipe: Blackened Chicken Alfredo (not TGI Friday's)

BLACKENED CHICKEN ALFREDO

2 boneless chicken breasts, cut in half
Cajun spices to coat chicken
4 tsp. butter, divided use
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 cup diced red pepper
1 cup chopped scallions
1 cup button mushrooms
1 pint heavy or light cream
2 to 4 oz. grated Parmesan cheese
salt & pepper
1 lb. Penne pasta, cooked and drained

Pound chicken breasts with meat tenderizer; Coat both sides of breast with Cajun Spices.

Heat cast iron pan or any heavy frying pan over medium heat. Place 1/2 tsp. butter under and 1/2 tsp. butter on top of each breast; cook each side for 4 minutes or until blackened; set aside.

In hot frying pan, place 2 Tbsp. olive oil; add vegetables; saute 2 minutes.

Meanwhile, slice cooked chicken breasts into long strips; add to vegetables. Stir in cream, remaining butter and parmesan cheese. Stir constantly over medium heat for 2-4 minutes, sauce will thicken. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Toss with hot penne pasta and serve.

Source: Starry Rose, Recipe Circus