Cajun Velveeta Chicken Linguine with Melty Mozzarella
Bold, Cheesy, and Bursting with Cajun Heat This Pasta Brings the Flavor!
Craving something creamy, spicy, and utterly satisfying? This Cajun Velveeta Chicken Linguine with Melty Mozzarella is a comfort food dream loaded with juicy, golden-seared chicken, silky ribbons of linguine, and a velvety three-cheese sauce that clings to every bite. It’s quick, indulgent, and hits that perfect balance of heat and creamy richness. Warning: once you try it, there’s no going back.
Ingredients:
For the Cajun Chicken:
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thick-cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
For the Creamy Linguine:
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup reserved pasta water (if needed)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
