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Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti

A rich and indulgent pasta dish featuring tender blackened chicken and spaghetti tossed in a spicy, velvety Cajun parmesan sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Pasta
  • 1 lb chicken breast boneless, skinless, cubed
  • 8 oz spaghetti dry
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
Cream Sauce
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning additional for sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Tongs
  • Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. Boil the spaghetti in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Toss chicken pieces with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Add heavy cream and remaining 1 tsp Cajun seasoning. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Lower heat. Whisk in Parmesan and mozzarella cheese until smooth. Add pasta water if sauce is too thick.
  7. Add cooked spaghetti and chicken back to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Use freshly grated parmesan for the smoothest sauce texture.