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Creamy Chicken Linguine

Creamy Chicken Linguine

Discover the ultimate Creamy Chicken Linguine with a rich mozzarella parmesan sauce and seared garlic chicken Perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 900
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced into thick strips
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 18 oz linguine pasta
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter for sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 9 oz Velveeta cheese cubed
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 3 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  3. Lower heat to medium, melt remaining 3 tablespoons of butter in the skillet, and cook minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and whole milk, let simmer lightly. Add cubed Velveeta, stirring until melted, then add mozzarella and Parmesan until the sauce is thick and creamy. Thin with reserved pasta water if necessary.
  5. Toss drained linguine in the sauce until well-coated.
  6. Serve with seared chicken arranged on top or alongside. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 900kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 45gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the pasta sit in the sauce for a few minutes before serving to enhance the flavor.
For storage, cool to room temperature, transfer to an airtight container, and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. Reheat with a splash of milk or cream to maintain creaminess. Freeze for up to 3 months, thaw overnight before reheating.
Experiment with other cheeses for different flavor profiles. Adjust the spiciness by adding red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
To prevent pasta from sticking when stored, drizzle a little olive oil over it before sealing.
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