Description
Golden-seared, spice-crusted chicken laid over ribbons of creamy linguine—this Spicy Blackened Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Garlic Linguine is a comfort food masterpiece with a little kick. It’s a dinner that balances bold Cajun flavor with silky, garlic-kissed richness. The contrast of fiery crust on tender chicken against the smooth and cheesy pasta makes every bite a crave-worthy moment.
Perfect for a cozy weeknight indulgence or an impressive weekend dinner, this dish brings the restaurant-quality experience right to your table. Whether you’re a spice lover or just looking for something different than your usual Alfredo, this pasta hits the mark with flavor, texture, and heartiness.
Ingredients
For the Blackened Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Creamy Parmesan Garlic Linguine:
8 oz linguine
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Mix spices together. Rub over chicken breasts.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through. Let rest.
- Cook linguine according to package instructions. Drain.
- In a pan, melt butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add cream. Simmer. Whisk in Parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Toss in linguine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Slice chicken. Serve over pasta. Garnish with parsley.