Description
Indulge in the rich and satisfying flavors of Easy Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked spaghetti, and a creamy garlic mozzarella sauce infused with bold Cajun spices. Perfect for any occasion, it’s quick to prepare, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. With its comforting texture and mouthwatering taste, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter; sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour to form a roux, then gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth until smooth.
- Stir in cream cheese and 1 cup mozzarella until melted.
- Add Parmesan cheese; season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Return chicken to sauce and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Toss cooked spaghetti with sauce; top with remaining mozzarella and cover until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg