Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (divided)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or a blend of mozzarella & cheddar)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 300g (10 oz) fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
- Season and Cook the Chicken
- Toss chicken strips with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Cheese Sauce
- In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed.
- Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in flour (if using) and stir for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well.
- Add remaining Cajun seasoning, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Everything
- Return chicken to the skillet.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan or garlic bread on the side.
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