Spicy Cajun Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Linguine

Spicy Cajun Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Linguine is a bold, comforting dish perfect for weeknights or special dinners. Juicy Cajun-seasoned chicken rests atop silky linguine coated in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. This easy recipe blends smoky heat with creamy indulgence, delivering restaurant-quality flavor at home. Perfect for those looking for quick dinner ideas, creamy pasta recipes, or spicy chicken dishes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Dinner

Cuisine Cajun

Servings servings

Calories 650 kcal

Equipment

Large Skillet
Large pot

Ingredients

2 large chicken breasts
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
12 ounces linguine pasta
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Pat chicken breasts dry and season generously with Cajun seasoning on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and rest.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. Drain.
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
Stir in heavy cream, simmer, then whisk in Parmesan until smooth.
Add cooked linguine to the sauce, tossing to coat. Loosen with pasta water if needed.
Slice chicken and serve atop the pasta. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne to the Cajun seasoning. Freshly grated Parmesan melts smoother than pre-shredded cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 320mgIron: 3mg

Keyword Cajun chicken pasta, creamy pasta, spicy linguine

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