Easy Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce
Indulge in the creamy delight of Easy Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce. This comforting dish features tender chicken seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, perfectly combined with spaghetti and enveloped in a luscious garlic cream sauce. Topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, it’s the ultimate weeknight meal that brings family together for a cozy dinner experience. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or a special family gathering, this creamy pasta is sure to become a favorite. Ready in just about 45 minutes, it’s simple enough for any home cook to master!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Cajun seasoning
- Smoked paprika
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika.
- Sauté seasoned chicken in olive oil until browned and cooked through; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour to create a roux; gradually add milk and broth while stirring.
- Once thickened, stir in cream cheese and one cup of mozzarella until smooth.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, then toss in cooked spaghetti to coat.
- Top with remaining mozzarella; let sit until melted.
- Serve hot with preferred garnishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg