Cajun Chicken Pasta

1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta, cooked and drained
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
4 Tablespoons butter
16 slices red bell pepper
16 slices green bell pepper
1/2 purple onion
6 large mushrooms, sliced
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

1. Cook pasta, drain.
2. Place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a resealable plastic bag; shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until almost tender (about 5 to 7 minutes). Add onion towards the end to soften and saute.
3. Add the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and mushrooms. Saute and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat.
4. Add cream and remaining seasonings; heat through. Add pasta and toss; heat through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.

* This was a delicious pasta dish and very easy to make. I omitted the mushrooms since I am not a big fan of them. I used 2 fresh chicken breasts as well as some pre cooked frozen fajita chicken strips that I had on hand and they both worked great! The pasta has a very light flavor but we loved the kick the Cajun chicken gives this dish. It's not a diet dish by any means but my husband says this recipe is definitely a keeper!

From Allrecipes.com