Description
Spicy Cajun Chicken Linguine with Creamy Garlic Mozzarella Alfredo is a bold and creamy pasta dream come true! Tender Cajun-spiced chicken, silky linguine, and a luscious garlic Alfredo sauce loaded with melty mozzarella and Parmesan come together in this irresistible one-pan meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season sliced chicken with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in flour and whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Slowly pour in heavy cream while whisking to prevent lumps. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Mix until melted and smooth. Add red pepper flakes if using.
- Add cooked linguine and chicken back to the pan. Toss until everything is coated in the creamy sauce.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a splash of chicken broth or pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut version.
- Try adding sautéed spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for more flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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