Description
Creamy Rattlesnake Pasta is where bold Southwestern heat meets velvety comfort food. With tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, spicy jalapeños, and perfectly cooked linguine, this dish is a fiery twist on a classic pasta night. It’s the kind of dinner that wakes up your taste buds and leaves you craving another bite. This easy recipe is ideal for quick dinners, pasta lovers, and anyone craving bold, creamy comfort with a spicy edge.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 ½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces linguine pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. Remove and slice.
3. Cook linguine in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
5. Stir in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and slightly thickened.
6. Add jalapeño slices and adjust Cajun seasoning to taste. Let simmer for a minute.
7. Add pasta and reserved pasta water. Toss to coat evenly.
8. Stir in chicken slices, combine well, and heat through.
9. Garnish with parsley if using, then serve immediately.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the creamiest texture.
Adjust jalapeño and Cajun spice levels based on your heat tolerance.
For a twist, swap chicken with shrimp and reduce cooking time slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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