Bayou Chicken Pasta – Creamy, Spicy, and Restaurant-Style
Creamy Bayou Chicken Pasta — a one-pan Cajun-inspired dinner loaded with tender chicken, bold spices, and a rich, flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb linguine
- 1/4 cup kosher salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1½ lbs boneless chicken breast diced
- 2 tbsp Emeril’s Essence see notes
- 1½ tsp salt divided
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 tbsp minced habanero
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
- ½ cup chopped green onion tops
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- Boil linguine until al dente; reserve pasta water.
- Make Cajun spice blend and season chicken.
- Sear chicken until golden; remove.
- Sauté onions, garlic, and habanero; pour in cream and seasoning.
- Simmer to reduce; add chicken, pasta, and tomatoes.
- Toss to coat; stir in Parmesan and parsley.
- Serve hot with garlic bread and a sprinkle of herbs
Notes
Adjust spice level as preferred. Add extra cream for a milder, silkier finish