Creamy ZENB Cajun Chicken & Sausage Penne

This ZENB Penne Pasta recipe features Cajun Chicken, smoked sausage, and parmesan cheese to create a flavorful dish for six. Not only will you enjoy the mix of flavors, but you'll get a good source of protein for under 600 calories per serving.

• 12 ounces ZENB Yellow Pea Penne Pasta, uncooked
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt & ground black pepper
• 2 links smoked sausage, cut into ½-inch slices
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons sour cream
• 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley, plus additional sprigs for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Cook ZENB Pasta as directed on package. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, drain.

2.

Heat oil in large pot on medium-high heat. Add chicken; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, salt, & pepper. Cook 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown. Add sausage; cook 3-4 minutes until edges start to brown. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds stirring constantly until fragrant. Sprinkle flour over skillet.

3.

Stir in reserved pasta water and sour cream until well combined. Bring mixture to a simmer. Add pasta, cheese and parsley; mix gently until well combined. Serve immediately garnished with additional parsley.