Description
Creamy Spicy Chicken Lazone Pasta delivers bold Italian-American comfort with luxurious flavor combinations. Rich parmesan cream sauce and perfectly seasoned chicken create a mouthwatering meal guaranteed to satisfy serious pasta cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken tenders
- 8 oz (227 g) linguine
Seasoning Mixture:
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 teaspoons Creole or Cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 5 tablespoons (71 g) butter
- 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (7 g) fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) reserved pasta water
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Craft a zesty seasoning blend by combining salt, Creole seasoning, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and flour in a mixing bowl. Thoroughly coat chicken tenders in the mixture, ensuring an even layer and removing excess seasoning.
- Prepare a large skillet over medium-high heat. Introduce olive oil and butter, creating a sizzling surface. Carefully place seasoned chicken into the pan, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until achieving a golden-brown exterior and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (about 8 minutes total). Transfer cooked chicken to a separate plate.
- Utilize the same skillet to melt butter, incorporating the reserved seasoning mixture. Toast the flour for approximately 1 minute to eliminate raw taste. Gently pour heavy cream and additional paprika, allowing the sauce to simmer. Reduce heat and let the sauce thicken for 3-4 minutes, adjusting seasonings to personal preference.
- Simultaneously, boil linguine in salted water following package instructions. Drain pasta, preserving 1/2 cup of starchy cooking liquid. This reserved water can help adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Merge pasta with the creamy sauce, ensuring complete coverage. Carefully reintroduce chicken to the skillet, allowing it to warm through and absorb the rich flavors.
- Present the dish by elegantly plating chicken and pasta, generously coating with sauce. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finishing touch. Serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Customize the Creole seasoning blend to match your heat tolerance, using mild or hot varieties depending on personal preference.
- Swap chicken tenders with shrimp, tofu, or plant-based chicken for diverse dietary needs while maintaining the recipe’s rich flavor profile.
- Replace all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour blend to create a celiac-friendly version without compromising texture.
- For lighter options, use half-and-half or coconut cream to reduce calories while keeping the sauce luxuriously creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 662 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg