Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Mozzarella Linguine
Indulge in the rich flavors of Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Mozzarella Linguine, a delightful dish that combines the zest of Cajun spices with a velvety cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that brings comfort and satisfaction to the dinner table. The tender chicken pairs beautifully with linguine, enveloped in a creamy mozzarella sauce that clings to each bite. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, it’s an easy and flavorful meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter, then cook chicken until golden brown.
- Remove chicken; sauté remaining garlic in skillet. Add heavy cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan; stir until smooth.
- Combine chicken and linguine with the sauce; toss well. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve garnished with parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg