Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine w/ Garlic Mozzarella Sauce 🍝🔥🧄🧀✨
This bold and comforting pasta dish combines juicy Cajun-spiced chicken with linguine coated in a creamy garlic mozzarella sauce. It’s rich, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Pasta & Sauce
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions 👩🍳
- Cook pasta: Boil linguine in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Toss chicken with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Make sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in cream and chicken broth. Simmer 3–4 minutes.
- Add cheese: Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted into a creamy sauce. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Combine: Toss pasta and chicken into the sauce until well coated.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Enjoy hot.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for more depth.
- Variation: Swap linguine for fettuccine or penne.
- Serving idea: Pair with garlic bread and a crisp salad.
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Kcal: ~450 per serving
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine—spicy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting 🍝🔥🧄🧀✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you make it extra spicy or keep it mild?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next pasta night.” • “Tag a friend who loves Cajun flavors.” • “Juicy chicken, creamy sauce, perfect pasta.”