Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces farfalle pasta ((or your favorite type))
• 2 Tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves garlic (, minced)
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts ((about 2 breasts), cut into bite-size pieces)
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (, more or less, to taste )
• 4 ounces cream cheese (, softened and cut into small pieces)
• 1 cup milk
• 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (, more to taste, if needed)
• Fresh vegetables, if desired (, see note*)
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Instructions:

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water and set aside.
2. Cook chicken: In a large pot or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the chicken pieces (and any desired vegetables*) and season with cajun seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until chicken is nearly cooked through.
3. Add milk and cream cheese, stirring well until cream cheese has melted and sauce is smooth, 2-3 minutes. Stir in pasta, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Serve immediately.