Best 7 Cajun Chicken Linguine Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary journey of flavors and textures, as we explore the tantalizing world of Cajun chicken linguine. This delectable dish, a symphony of bold Cajun spices and the comforting embrace of creamy linguine, promises an explosion of taste that will leave your palate dancing. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets to crafting the perfect Cajun chicken linguine, transforming your kitchen into a haven of savory aromas and lip-smacking indulgence.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA



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Cajun cooking is a combination of French and Southern cuisine. It is robust, country style cookery - and so is this dish! Laissez le bon temp roulez and bon appetit!

Provided by Carol Spradling

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 ounces linguine pasta
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons butter
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 green onion, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon lemon pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Place the chicken and the Cajun seasoning in a plastic bag. Shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the chicken in butter or margarine until almost tender (5 to 7 minutes).
  • Add the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, mushrooms and green onion. Saute and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat.
  • Add the cream, basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper. Heat through. Add the cooked linguine, toss and heat through. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 934.6 calories, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 270.8 mg, Fat 61.7 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 43.7 g, SaturatedFat 37.2 g, Sodium 1189.2 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound fettuccine
About 3 teaspoons Cajun spice mix
3 whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 whole green bell pepper, seeded and sliced
1 whole red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
1/2 large red onion, sliced
Salt
4 whole Roma tomatoes, diced
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine
1 cup heavy cream
Cayenne pepper, for sprinkling
Freshly ground black pepper
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain when the pasta is still al dente; do not overcook!
  • Sprinkle 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun spice (or more) over the chicken cubes. Toss around to coat. Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a heavy skillet over high heat. Add half the chicken in a single layer; do not stir. Allow the chicken to brown on one side, about 1 minute. Flip to the other side and cook an additional minute. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a clean plate. Repeat with the remaining chicken. Remove the chicken, leaving the skillet on high heat. Add the remaining butter and olive oil. When heated, add the garlic, peppers and onions. Sprinkle on the remaining Cajun spice, and add salt if needed. Cook over high heat for 1 minute, stirring gently and trying to get the vegetables as dark/black as possible. Add the tomatoes and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Remove all the vegetables from the skillet.
  • With the skillet still over high heat, pour in the chicken broth and wine. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour in the cream, stirring/whisking constantly. Cook the sauce over medium-low heat for a few minutes, until the cream starts to thicken the mixture. Taste and add freshly ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, and/or salt to taste. The sauce should be spicy!
  • Finally, add the chicken and vegetables to the sauce, making sure to include all the juices that have drained onto the plate. Stir and cook until the mixture is bubbly and hot, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the drained fettuccine and toss to combine.
  • Top with chopped fresh parsley and chow down!

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA



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Make and share this Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into thin strips
4 ounces linguine, cooked al dente
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning (your recipe, Cajun Seasoning Mix or store-bought)
2 tablespoons butter
1 thinly sliced green onion
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl and toss to coat.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chicken in butter or margarine until chicken is tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Reduce heat add green onion, heavy cream, tomatoes, basil, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and heat through.
  • Pour over hot linguine and toss with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 719.1, Fat 41.1, SaturatedFat 24, Cholesterol 198.6, Sodium 816.8, Carbohydrate 47.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.1, Protein 39.3

CAJUN CHICKEN & PASTA



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This kicked-up pasta dish is a family favorite and my most requested recipe. It's easy to adapt, too. Swap in shrimp for the chicken, add your favorite veggies, adjust the spice level to your family's taste-you can't go wrong! -Dolly Kragel, Smithland, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2x1/2-in. strips
3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
8 ounces uncooked penne pasta (about 2-1/3 cups)
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 small sweet red pepper, diced
1 small green pepper, diced
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
4 green onions, chopped
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Pepper to taste
Chopped plum tomatoes
Minced fresh basil
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with Cajun seasoning; let stand 15 minutes. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain., In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat; saute chicken until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining butter over medium-high heat; saute peppers, mushrooms and green onions until peppers are crisp-tender, 6-8 minutes. Stir in cream and seasonings; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until slightly thickened, 4-6 minutes. Stir in pasta and chicken; heat through. Top with tomatoes and basil. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CAJUN CHICKEN LINGUINE



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Our pasta began as a special, but due to its overwhelming popularity, we made it a permanent part of our menu. In the 9 years we've been open, we have become a favorite restaurant with locals and travelers alike because our food is not typical hotel fare.-Monroe Street Grille, Tallahassee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 ounces each), cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons butter
8 slices green pepper
8 slices sweet red pepper
6 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 green onion, sliced
1 to 2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces linguine, cooked and drained
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, toss Cajun seasoning and chicken to coat. , In a large skillet, saute chicken in butter over medium heat until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Add vegetables; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat. Stir in cream and seasonings. Add linguine and toss to coat; heat through. If desired, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 873 calories, Fat 60g fat (36g saturated fat), Cholesterol 256mg cholesterol, Sodium 1239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

CAJUN CHICKEN LINGUINE



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Make and share this Cajun Chicken Linguine recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Douglas Poe

Categories     Cajun

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb linguine
4 boneless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning (I prefer Cajun's Choice) or 2 teaspoons creole seasoning (I prefer Cajun's Choice)
4 tablespoons butter
2 green onions, sliced
2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into thin strips, or bite size pieces.
  • Place chicken in bowl and coat with Cajun seasoning, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chicken in butter or margarine until chicken is tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Reduce heat add green onion, heavy cream, tomatoes, basil, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and heat through.
  • Cook linguine according to box, drain and put into, skillet and toss with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1250.7, Fat 74.4, SaturatedFat 41.1, Cholesterol 297.4, Sodium 506.6, Carbohydrate 91.6, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 4.7, Protein 53.1

CAJUN CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE PASTA



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Serve up a spicy dinner for two.

Provided by Kelly Kear Clark

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half
½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning, or to taste
1 link pork sausage with jalapeno pepper
4 ounces farfalle (bow tie) pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ red bell pepper, chopped
½ onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 ½ cups fat-free half-and-half, divided
1 tablespoon cornstarch, or as needed
1 pinch Cajun seasoning, or to taste
1 pinch dried basil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Sprinkle both sides of chicken breast with 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, or to taste.
  • Grill chicken breast and pork sausage on the preheated grill until browned and no longer pink inside, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Cut chicken and sausage into bite-size pieces.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the farfalle pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, and garlic in hot butter until slightly softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir chicken and sausage pieces into vegetables, reduce heat to medium-low, and pour 1 cup half-and-half into skillet. Stir to combine.
  • Mix cornstarch into remaining 1/2 cup half-and-half in a small bowl until smooth; pour into skillet and stir until sauce simmers and thickens, about 5 minutes. Toss cooked farfalle pasta into mixture until coated; season with additional Cajun seasoning and dried basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.4 calories, Carbohydrate 72 g, Cholesterol 79.4 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 628.8 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

Tips:

  • To make sure the chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can also check if the chicken is cooked by cutting into it. The meat should be white and opaque with no pink in the center.
  • If you're using frozen chicken, be sure to thaw it completely before cooking.
  • You can adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
  • If you don't have Cajun seasoning, you can make your own by combining paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
  • Serve the Cajun chicken linguine with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.

Conclusion:

This Cajun chicken linguine is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and cheesy. The linguine is cooked to perfection and provides a great base for the dish. Overall, this is a well-rounded and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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