Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti: Indulgent Garlic Mozzarella Delight
A rich and creamy Cajun chicken spaghetti with a luscious garlic mozzarella sauce, perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and slice.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Lower heat and mix in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add cooked spaghetti and sliced chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra spice, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Pair this dish with a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 25 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti, Garlic Mozzarella Sauce, Cajun recipes