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Cajun Chicken Pasta - Weight Watchers Freestyle

Yield: 6 servings (1 cup per serving - 7 points per serving for blue, green and purple)
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Keyword: freestyle, weight watchers, WWFreestyle

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 3 cups fat-free chicken broth
  • 10 oz. uncooked linguini pasta
  • 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 cup fat-free half and half
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  • Turn Instant Pot to saute and add the olive oil and chicken breast. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the chicken 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the chicken from the Instant Pot.
  • Add the minced garlic to the Instant Pot. Cook for 1 minute while stirring constantly.
  • Add the fat-free chicken broth to the pot.
  • Add the uncooked linguini to the chicken broth. I broke my pasta in half to make sure it was submerged by the chicken broth.
  • Add the Cajun seasoning, then put the chicken on top.
  • Put the lid on the Instant Pot and lock it. Make sure the lever is set to seal. Press the manual button and set the time for 6 minutes.
  • Once the time is up do a quick release of pressure. Once the steam is released, carefully remove the lid.
  • Stir the noodles really well so that they do not stick together.
  • Add the half and half and mix it all together.
  • In a small bowl stir the cornstarch and 1/4 cup of liquid from the Instant Pot until smooth.
  • Turn Instant Pot to saute and add the cornstarch mixture. Stir constantly until it comes to a boil. Once the sauce has thickened you can turn off the Instant Pot.
  • Add the Cajun Chicken Pasta to a bowl or plate, then garnish each serving with 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese and green onions.