Description
This Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce is the perfect blend of spicy, cheesy, and comforting. With tender Cajun-seasoned chicken and a luscious garlic mozzarella cream sauce, this chicken pasta recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. A bold and flavorful twist on classic creamy pasta dishes.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts
8 oz spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken until golden and fully cooked. Set aside and slice.
3. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
5. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Let the sauce thicken slightly.
6. Toss cooked spaghetti in the sauce until well coated.
7. Add sliced chicken and mix gently.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use freshly grated cheeses for a smoother sauce.
Adjust Cajun seasoning to control heat level.
Reserve a little pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg