Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine
Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine brings tender, spice-rubbed chicken and sautéed bell peppers together in a silky, pepper-kissed cream sauce that clings to every strand of pasta. Parmesan adds a mellow nuttiness while mushrooms lend an earthy depth. It’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner when you want bold heat balanced by rich, velvety comfort.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until slightly firm, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
- 3
Meanwhile, slice the chicken breast into strips; put them in a plastic zipper bag and add Cajun seasoning. Shake to coat.
- 4
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring, until browned and nearly cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 5
Add the bell peppers, mushrooms, and green onion. Cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes.
- 6
Lower the heat and stir in the cream, basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Heat through. Add the cooked pasta, toss, and heat through.
- 7
Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve.
- 8
Enjoy!
- Calories 1294.33 kcal High
- Protein 64.91 g Good Source
- Carbs 97.92 g Moderate
- Total Fat 71.43 g High
- Saturated Fat 36.83 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 325.35 mg High
- Sodium 1344.36 mg High
- Fiber 15.51 g Good Source
- Sugar 18.06 g High
- Added Sugar 0.64 g Low Source
- Calcium 290.35 mg Good Source
- Iron 7.56 mg Good Source
- Potassium 2035.08 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 400.37 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 83.29 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 1.11 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
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About This Recipe
Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 2, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Butter, Cajun Seasoning, and Dried Basil. Each serving provides about 1294.33 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Butter, Cajun Seasoning, Dried Basil, Garlic Powder. The full list of 15 is above.
- What goes well with Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1294.33 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 8 steps.
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