Description
Velveeta Chicken Linguine with Spicy Cajun Alfredo is a creamy, cheesy, and spicy pasta dinner loaded with bold Southern flavor. Perfect for weeknights or cozy dinners, this comfort dish combines juicy grilled chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and Velveeta for the ultimate creamy pasta experience.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
12 oz linguine pasta
8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
1/2 cup reserved pasta water (optional)
Instructions
1. Season chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat a cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Set aside to rest, then slice.
3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
4. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
5. Stir in Cajun seasoning and paprika, then pour in the heavy cream.
6. Add Velveeta cheese cubes and stir constantly until melted and smooth.
7. Add cooked linguine to the sauce and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency as needed.
8. Plate the pasta, top with grilled chicken slices, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
Let the grilled chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy and flavorful.
Velveeta melts faster if cut into small cubes before adding to the sauce.
For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, though it may be less rich.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop / Grilling
- Cuisine: Southern / Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg