Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Mozzarella Linguine
Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Mozzarella Linguine is a delightful dish that brings together bold flavors and creamy textures for a satisfying meal. This comforting recipe features tender chicken seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, and tossed with cheesy linguine. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it promises to impress your guests while being quick and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some starchy pasta water before draining.
- Season the chicken chunks with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the seasoned chicken in a skillet with olive oil and butter until golden brown. Add half of the minced garlic during the last minute.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, sauté the rest of the garlic, then add heavy cream and bring to a gentle bubble.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning with Italian herbs and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Toss cooked linguine in the creamy sauce, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Serve topped with seared chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg