Cajun Alfredo Chicken Pasta (Print)
Linguine with bold chicken, creamy cheesy Alfredo and fresh herbs. Heartily delicious and packed with flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ Spices and Toppings
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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1/2 tsp kosher salt, or as needed
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
→ Cheese Mix
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100 g shredded mozzarella
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225 g Velveeta, cubed
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50 g grated parmesan
→ Alfredo Base
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 garlic cloves, diced
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480 ml heavy cream
→ Pasta and Chicken
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2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 700 g total)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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450 g linguine
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1 1/2 tbsp Cajun spice mix, plus extra to taste
# Steps:
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Drop the pasta in with the sauce, gently tossing so every strand gets coated. Pile it onto plates while it's still steaming hot, then top with your chicken strips and a good shower of parsley.
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Toss in the smoked paprika, salt, and fresh black pepper. Taste it, and if you want more Cajun kick, sprinkle in some extra.
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Pour the heavy cream into your pan, warm it up, then toss in the Velveeta cubes. Stir till the cheese melts smooth. Slowly mix in mozzarella and parmesan. You’ll see it get creamy and shiny.
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Turn stove to medium and pop the rest of your butter in the same pan. Add the chopped garlic and stir it around for about a minute till it smells awesome.
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Heat up olive oil and a tablespoon butter on medium-high in a big skillet. Add chicken, cooking 5-6 minutes each side. You want them golden all over and fully cooked through. Rest the breasts on a plate while you slice them into strips.
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Take each chicken breast and cut across, making four thinner pieces. Pat them dry. Coat each side well with Cajun seasoning.
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Fill a big pot with salty water and get it boiling. Toss in the linguine and cook it up just till it’s got a bit of bite left (al dente). Drain, mix with a splash of olive oil so it won't stick, and set aside.
# Notes:
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Want even more spice? Dust a bit more Cajun mix on top once you serve.