Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Mozzarella Chicken Linguine with Cajun Garlic Butter, an exquisite dish that elevates any meal occasion. This delightful recipe features tender chicken coated in a rich, creamy sauce infused with bold Cajun spices, complemented by gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this one-skillet wonder is not only quick to prepare but also leaves minimal cleanup. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete dining experience that will please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, optional, for garnish
- ½ cup reserved pasta water, if needed
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until golden brown and cooked through; add Parmesan during the last minute to melt.
- 3. Cook linguine according to package instructions; reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- 4. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and Velveeta until smooth.
- 5. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until thickened; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- 6. Toss cooked linguine into the sauce until evenly coated and simmer for an additional two minutes.
- 7. Serve with seared chicken on top; garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg