Cajun Chicken & Creamy Parmesan Linguine Recipe
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Cajun Chicken & Creamy Parmesan Linguine for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress. Tender chicken strips seasoned with Cajun spices are combined with creamy Parmesan linguine for a decadent dish that’s easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For Cajun Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Creamy Parmesan Linguine:
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cajun Chicken: Mix Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken strips with the spice blend.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Cook seasoned chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Cook the Linguine: Cook linguine according to package instructions. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Sauté minced garlic. Add chicken broth and cream, simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine: Add linguine to the skillet, toss in sauce. Stir in Parmesan until melted. Mix in cooked chicken.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
