Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine One-Pot Weeknight Dinner
A delicious one-pot meal combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and Cajun spices with linguine, perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Large Pot or Deep Skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 8 ounces Linguine Pasta Fresh or dried.
- 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning For seasoning the chicken.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness to the sauce.
- 2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth For cooking the pasta.
- 1 medium Bell Pepper Diced, any color.
- 1 medium Onion Diced.
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
- to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.
Instructions
- Dice the chicken breast and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Chop the bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and sear for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Add diced onion and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer, then add linguine, ensuring it's submerged.
- Cover and cook linguine according to package instructions (10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally. Add more broth if liquid reduces too much.
- Once linguine is al dente, reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. Return chicken to the pot and mix until combined. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or more Cajun seasoning as desired. Remove from heat and let sit for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
For variations, consider adding vegetables like spinach or zucchini, or using different pasta types. This dish is great for meal prep and can be frozen for up to three months.