Description

This Creamy Mozzarella Chicken Linguine in Garlic Cajun Butter is a bold fusion of comfort food and Cajun heat. Featuring seared chicken, rich garlic butter, creamy mozzarella, and silky linguine, it’s the perfect dinner recipe for pasta lovers. Keywords: creamy mozzarella chicken pasta, garlic cajun linguine, chicken linguine recipe.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken thighs or breasts

8 oz linguine pasta

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup heavy cream

2 tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

2 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Pat chicken dry and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through. Remove and rest.

3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.

4. In the same skillet, reduce heat and melt butter. Add garlic and a pinch of Cajun seasoning. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. Pour in heavy cream and whisk until smooth. Gradually add mozzarella, stirring until melted and velvety. Add reserved pasta water if needed.

6. Slice chicken. Toss cooked linguine in sauce. Serve topped with chicken and fresh parsley.

Notes

Use freshly grated mozzarella for a smoother sauce that melts easily.

For extra heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes or add hot sauce to the cream.

Don’t overcook the pasta; al dente texture holds the sauce better.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Cajun-Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 620
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 150mg