Mozzarella Alfredo Chicken Linguine with Parmesan Garlic
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Mozzarella Alfredo Chicken Linguine with Parmesan Garlic, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken and rich cheeses with perfectly cooked linguine. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is both quick and easy to prepare, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish. The blend of Cajun seasoning and garlic in the creamy sauce creates a mouthwatering experience that will impress even the pickiest eaters. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables for an extra nutritional boost!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 tbsp butter
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Toss chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown on both sides and fully cooked; remove from the pan.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add minced garlic, then pour in heavy cream and milk. Heat through before adding mozzarella and Parmesan cheese; stir until smooth.
- Combine cooked linguine with the sauce and toss gently to coat.
- Serve with seared chicken on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg