Description
A delicious and satisfying one-pot meal combining tender chicken, flavorful spices, and creamy pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 6 to 7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine and bring to a low simmer.
- Add the uncooked linguine right into the skillet. Let it cook for about 12–14 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce starts to thicken. Add a splash of broth or water if it gets too thick.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the chicken back in and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning for less spice. Add vegetables for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: one-pot, chicken, linguine, creamy sauce, cajun, quick meal