Description
Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Mozzarella Linguine is a delectable dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun spices with the creamy comfort of mozzarella. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, taking just 35 minutes to prepare. Tender chicken pieces are seared to golden perfection and tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce, then combined with linguine pasta enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce. Each bite delivers a satisfying blend of zest and creaminess, making this meal a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, optional
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the linguine until al dente, reserving some pasta water.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Sear chicken in olive oil and butter until cooked through and golden.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic in remaining butter, then add heavy cream and cheeses.
- Adjust seasoning and combine with linguine, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve topped with chicken and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 340g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg