Description
Creamy Cajun Three-Cheese Chicken Linguine is a delightful fusion of rich flavors and comforting textures that will elevate your dinner experience. This indulgent pasta dish features tender chicken strips coated in a creamy sauce infused with a robust blend of three cheeses and zesty Cajun spices. It’s perfect for family meals, date nights, or any occasion where you want to impress with minimal effort. With easy preparation steps, this recipe is not only satisfying but also versatile enough to pair well with a simple salad or garlic bread. Dive into this cheesy goodness and let every bite transport you to culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken slices with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; coat with grated Parmesan.
- Sear the chicken in a skillet with butter until cooked through; add garlic near the end for flavor.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, sauté garlic, then stir in heavy cream and chicken broth; whisk until smooth.
- Mix in cream cheese and all cheeses until melted; season to taste.
- Toss cooked linguine into the sauce until fully coated; plate with garlic chicken on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 180mg