Cajun Pasta

Total Time: 55 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 lb hot italian sausage, sliced
• 1/2 lb asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 small zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 29 ounces diced tomatoes with jalapenos
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped fine
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 lb linguine, cooked
• parmesan cheese, grated, if desired (optional)

Recipe

• 1 heat olive oil in a large skillet. add the chicken and sausage; cook for about 5 minutes turning once.
• 2 add the asparagus, onion, bell pepper, zucchini, diced tomatoes, garlic, oregano, paprika and black pepper. stir well.
• 3 bring to a boil. reduce heat to medium and simmer for about 30 minutes or until all the vegetables are tender. stirring occasionally.
• 4 toss with cooked linguine. serve with cheese if desired.