Description
Turn up the flavor with this indulgent Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Linguine in Creamy Parmesan Sauce. It’s a satisfying fusion of bold Southern spices and velvety Italian comfort. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend feasts, this easy recipe brings juicy chicken, garlicky butter, and a dreamy Parmesan cream sauce together over tender linguine. Whether you’re craving quick dinner ideas, hearty food inspiration, or just need a crowd-pleasing easy recipe, this one ticks every box for comfort food lovers.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breasts or thighs
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp butter
8 oz linguine pasta
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp chopped parsley
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized chunks and season with Cajun seasoning, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
2. In a hot skillet, sear the chicken until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
3. Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
4. In the skillet, melt butter and sautée minced garlic until fragrant.
5. Add heavy cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan and reserved pasta water until smooth.
6. Toss in the linguine to coat it with the sauce.
7. Fold in chopped parsley and top with seared chicken.
8. Serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for extra flavor and juiciness.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you prefer more heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion (Cajun + Italian)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: easy dinner, chicken pasta, creamy linguine, garlic butter sauce, Cajun chicken recipe