Cajun Chicken Bites with Cheesy Alfredo Linguine
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Cajun Chicken Bites with Cheesy Alfredo Linguine, a dish that beautifully marries spicy and savory notes for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends, this recipe features tender chicken pieces seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, served atop a bed of linguine covered in a velvety Alfredo sauce. With its quick preparation time, you can easily whip up this comforting dish in under 30 minutes. Everyone at the table will be reaching for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook linguine: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook linguine until al dente (9-10 minutes). Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- Sear chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter. Season chicken with Cajun spices and cook until golden brown (8-10 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Prepare sauce: Melt butter in the same skillet, add minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and milk; bring to a simmer.
- Add cheeses: Mix in Velveeta until melted, followed by mozzarella and Parmesan. Season to taste.
- Combine: Toss drained linguine in the sauce, then top with Cajun chicken bites.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 825
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 155mg