Cajun Chicken Bites with Cheesy Alfredo Linguine
Cajun Chicken Bites with Cheesy Alfredo Linguine is a delightful dish that combines bold Cajun flavors with creamy pasta for an unforgettable meal. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken bites seasoned with zesty spices, served over linguine coated in a rich, cheesy Alfredo sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing and Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 9-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and butter. Add chicken chunks seasoned with Cajun spices and sear for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and prepare the Alfredo sauce in the same skillet by melting butter and sautéing minced garlic before adding cream and milk.
- Stir in cheeses until melted; mix with linguine until fully coated.
- Serve the cheesy linguine topped with Cajun chicken bites and garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg