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Cajun Chicken and Garlic Parmesan Linguine dish

Cajun Chicken and Garlic Parmesan Linguine: A Flavor-Packed Classic That Always Delivers

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Bold and creamy Cajun Chicken and Garlic Parmesan Linguine is the perfect one-pan comfort dish for spice and pasta lovers alike.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 8 oz linguine
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook linguine in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. Season chicken with Cajun spice. Sear in olive oil on medium-high heat until fully cooked. Rest and slice.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cream and bring to simmer.
  4. Whisk in Parmesan until sauce is smooth. Add reserved pasta water to adjust thickness.
  5. Toss linguine into the sauce until well coated.
  6. Plate pasta and top with sliced Cajun chicken. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • Use fresh Parmesan for best melt and flavor.
  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste for spiciness.
  • For extra richness, add a splash of white wine to the sauce.
  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 610
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg