Easy Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti: Indulgent Garlic Mozzarella Sauce
A deliciously creamy and flavorful dish that brings a touch of Cajun spice to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add cooked spaghetti to the chicken and sauce, tossing to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can add more Cajun seasoning for extra spice.
- This dish is best served fresh but can be made ahead and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
Keywords: Easy Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti, Garlic Mozzarella Sauce, Pasta Recipe