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Garlic Cajun Chicken Cheesy Linguine

Garlic Cajun Chicken Cheesy Linguine: Creamy Comfort Awaits

This Garlic Cajun Chicken Cheesy Linguine brings comfort in every bite, making it an ideal easy dinner choice.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 4 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts/Thighs opt for skinless pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for cooking the chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Butter for richness
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh cloves are best
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese alternatives like pepper jack can be used
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Linguine Pasta penne or fettuccine are great alternatives

Equipment

  • skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season both sides with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken, and sear for about 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and let it rest.
  2. In the same skillet, reduce heat and add an additional tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be cautious not to burn the garlic.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and add cream cheese into the skillet with garlic. Whisk until smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, adjusting seasoning as necessary.
  4. Add the cooked linguine to the sauce, tossing until well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually to desired consistency.
  5. Slice the rested chicken and lay it on top of the pasta. Sprinkle extra Parmesan and Cajun seasoning before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Add a splash of cream when reheating to restore the sauce's creaminess.

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