Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce is a rich, spicy, and satisfying pasta dish combining bold Cajun flavors with a smooth, cheesy sauce and tender chicken.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts generously with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked. Set aside to rest.
- Boil the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Whisk in the flour to create a roux, then slowly add chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking constantly until smooth and thickened.
- Stir in shredded mozzarella until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Slice the cooked chicken and toss it with the spaghetti and sauce in the skillet.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use shrimp or sausage instead of chicken for a variation.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Add spinach or bell peppers for extra veggies.
- Adjust spice level with cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of milk or broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
