Description
Cajun Chicken over Creamy Parmesan Linguine is the ultimate comfort food that marries bold flavors with a rich, creamy sauce. Juicy Cajun-spiced chicken rests atop al dente linguine, enveloped in a luscious Parmesan sauce that elevates any meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish promises to impress family and friends alike with its vibrant colors and delightful aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 12 oz linguine (fresh or dried)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering them all on your countertop.
- Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and slice.
- Lower heat in the skillet, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Return sliced chicken to the skillet along with drained linguine. Toss to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg