Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine is a vibrant dish that marries the rich, spicy notes of Cajun seasoning with creamy goodness, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With tender chicken seared to perfection and linguine enveloped in a velvety sauce, this recipe guarantees an unforgettable dining experience. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a gourmet meal that will impress family and friends alike. Plus, with easy cleanup thanks to one-skillet cooking, you can focus on savoring each bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp blackened seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Sear seasoned chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until browned; rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic, then add chicken broth and simmer for two minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth; season to taste.
- Toss cooked linguine in the sauce until fully coated; serve topped with sliced chicken and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg