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Cheesy Cajun Alfredo Chicken

A creamy, comfort-packed Cajun chicken pasta dish that's quick and budget-friendly, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 1 lb linguine pasta
Chicken
  • 2 large chicken breasts (sliced thin)
Dairy
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Oil and Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking
  • to taste Fresh parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the linguine pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Add the sliced chicken breasts to the skillet and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 7–10 minutes.
Making the Alfredo Sauce
  1. In a separate saucepan, combine the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese over medium heat.
  2. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the cooked linguine and chicken to the saucepan with the Alfredo sauce.
  2. Toss to combine everything.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For a healthier option, consider swapping out heavy cream for a milk alternative or adding more vegetables.