Rich Cajun Chicken Linguine With Mozzarella
Indulge in this rich and creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine, infused with bold spices and topped with gooey mozzarella for a comforting dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Sauté the seasoned chicken breasts in olive oil over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown; let rest before slicing.
- Sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the heavy cream, stir, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
- Stir in the mozzarella until melted, then add the sliced chicken and cooked linguine, tossing to coat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or Cajun seasoning as desired.
Notes
For variations, consider adding shrimp for a seafood twist or vegetables for added nutrition. Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste for desired spice level.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cajun, chicken, linguine, creamy pasta, comfort food