Step 1

Cook pasta according to package instructions.

Step 2

Place chicken and Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper and 1 tbs olive oil in a bowl and toss to coat.

Step 3

In a large skillet or cast iron over medium heat add 1 tsp olive oil to a pan. Once the olive oil starts sizzling, add the garlic, onions and optional crushed red peppers. Cook until fragrant about a minute making sure to not burn it by stirring the garlic. Remove from pan and set to the side.

Step 4

In the same large skillet over medium heat, sauté chicken in a tbs olive oil until chicken is tender, about 3 minutes on each side or until cooked through.

Step 5

Reduce heat add the cooked linguine, heavy cream,butter, the onion and garlic and Parmesan cheese. Add salt and pepper for taste if needed. Toss everything together and heat through.

Step 6

Garnish with lemon zest, parsley and pearl tomatoes.