First, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the diced sausage and cook until some fat is rendered, and it begins to develop color. (Move onto the next step while the sausage is cooking.)
**Also, place a large pot of water on to boil for the pasta later**
Second, in a small bowl combine 1 tablespoon of Tony's, onion powder, and garlic powder and mix. You will season both sides of the chicken with this.
Third, while the sausage is cooking, lay the chicken tenderloins on a cutting board and season the top side with half of the seasoning.
Next, once the sausage is browned, take it out of the skillet and set it to the side.
Then, add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil to the skillet and then add the chicken seasoned side down.
Afterwards, season the other side of the chicken while it's in the pan with the remaining seasoning.
Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until it has developed a nice crust then take the chicken out and set it aside.
Next, add 1/2 of the stick of butter and all of the bell peppers and onions to the skillet.
Cook the vegetables for a few minutes until the onions become translucent and the bell peppers begin to soften a little then take out and set aside.
**At this point I added my penne to the boiling water. This way the pasta and sauce will be done about the same time. Cook according to the package instructions and drain when done.**
Then, add the other half of the stick of butter and let that melt. Then add the all purpose flour and whisk to eliminate any lumps.
Add 2 teaspoons of garlic powder to the melted butter and flour and whisk well.
Let this roux cook for about 2 minutes. We are not trying to develop color, we are just trying to get the "uncooked flour" taste out of the roux.
Next, pour in the heavy whipping cream while whisking. This will help prevent lumps in your alfredo sauce.
Then, add the grated parmesan cheese and whisk well.
Add back the vegetables, sausage, and chicken to the creamy sauce.
Now, complete the final seasoning with a generous sprinkle of red pepper flakes and black pepper. (I will leave these two ingredients to your personal preference since they add spice and heat.) Also, add 2 teaspoons of Tony's seasoning.
Mix the seasonings into the sauce well and taste. Add more salt or pepper if needed.
Then, add the penne to the sauce and mix well.
Finally, top with diced green onions and serve hot with a fresh piece of garlic bread!