Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe. Tender chicken strips are coated in a spicy Cajun seasoning, then tossed with linguine pasta in a decadent sauce made with heavy cream, tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. This dish is a perfect combination of comfort and flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 to 2 Tbsp cajun seasoning, divided
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2/3 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp parsley, finely chopped, to serve
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil water, cook pasta until al dente, and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Prepare Chicken: Season, sear, and slice chicken.
- Make Sauce: Saute garlic, tomatoes, add cream, cajun seasoning, and Parmesan.
- Combine: Add chicken and pasta to sauce, toss until warmed through.
- Serve: Garnish with Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
- Avoid using cast iron or copper pans with acidic ingredients to prevent a grainy texture.
- Adjust cajun seasoning based on salt content.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg