Don’t rush through the first step browning the chicken begins the flavor building process.

Instead of boiling the pasta in a separate pot, it cooks in the broth mixture.

Break the pasta noodles in half so they can fully submerge in the liquid and cook evenly and completely.

One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo

Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Pasta is a great option when you are looking forweeknight supper ideas.

Ingredients

1tablespoonolive oil

2(8-oz.)

Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1 teaspoon of the Cajun seasoning.

Remove from Dutch oven; let rest 5 minutes.

Cut into 3/4-inch cubes.

Whisk together flour and 1/4 cup of the half-and-half in a small bowl; set aside.

Add garlic to Dutch oven; cook over medium, stirring often, for 1 minute.

Add broth and remaining 1 1/4 cups half-and-half; cover and bring to a boil over medium-high.

Break linguine noodles in half; add to Dutch oven.

Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, 8 minutes.

Remove from heat; stir in cheese and remaining 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning until cheese is melted.

Sprinkle with parsley; serve.