Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine is a delightful and flavorful dish that perfectly balances comfort and bold taste. This recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a zesty blackened seasoning, served over linguine pasta enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce. With hints of garlic and Parmesan cheese, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually appealing, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can impress your family and friends with this satisfying meal that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp blackened seasoning
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
- Rub chicken with blackened seasoning and smoked paprika. Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat for about 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season to taste.
- Toss cooked linguine in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Slice the chicken and serve on top of the pasta, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 120mg