This Cajun Chicken “Pasta” is deceptively healthy and full of veggies. It will convert even the strongest veggie haters! You can also try it with shrimp instead of chicken for a twist…

Ingredients   [ For 4 to 5 people ]    [   Preparation time : 22 minute  –  Cooking time : 25 minutes  ]

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 medium bell peppers cut into strips (yellow, red or orange peppers work best)
• 2 cloves of minced garlic
• 1 tbsp  Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning
• 1/4 of a medium red onion sliced
• 1/4 cup of heavy cream
• 2 large zucchini
• 1 lb boneless skinless, chicken breast, cubed
• 1 cup unsweetened original almond milk
• 2 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan divided

Preparation Method

1. Spiralize the zucchini and set aside. Chop the peppers, onions, and garlic and set aside.

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2. Next, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. While the oil is heating coat the chicken with 1-2 tsp of Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning.
4. Once the oil is hot add your chicken to the pan, and cook until done and slightly browned. Remove from pan and set aside
5. Using the same pan, reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped peppers, onion and garlic.
6. Cook until the onion is beginning to turn translucent and peppers start to soften. Remove from skillet and set aside.
7. Still using the same pan, and still at medium heat, add 1 cup of unsweetened original almond milk, 2 oz cream cheese, 1/4 cup heavy cream and 1/4 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese.
8. Stir continuously using a whisk until the cheese is melted and the sauce begins to thicken.
9. At this point, taste your sauce and add more Tony’s if needed.
10. Return the chicken and veggies to the pan and continue cooking until hot, still stirring frequently.
11. Turn off the heat and stir in the zoodles (or serve the chicken and sauce over a bed of zoodles)
12. Serve topped with additional Parmesan cheese

Enjoy it!!

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