Cajun Chicken Pasta In Creamy Parmesan Garlic Sauce
Cajun Chicken Pasta in Creamy Parmesan Garlic Sauce is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the bold flavors of Louisiana to your table. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, enveloped in a rich and creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, all tossed with linguine pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-pot wonder is not only delicious but also simplifies clean-up. With its delightful balance of spice and creaminess, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6–7 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Cook linguine in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in olive oil for about 1 minute. Add chicken broth, then stir in heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss cooked linguine into the sauce along with grated Parmesan until melted and creamy. Return chicken to skillet and combine well.
- Serve warm garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg