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Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic

Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic for Ultimate Comfort

This Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic combines the rich tastes of Cajun spices and creamy sauce, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken can substitute with shrimp or smoked sausage
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika use regular paprika if needed
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti can use any pasta shape
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil vegetable oil can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons Butter unsalted recommended
  • 4 cloves Garlic freshly minced for best aroma
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour can swap for gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or use half-and-half or plant-based milk
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Neufchâtel is a lighter substitute
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese or any melting cheese like Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese omit or use nutritional yeast for vegan
  • to taste Salt & Pepper adjust according to personal taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional for extra heat

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Season the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In a large pot, boil salted water and cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add all-purpose flour to create a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Gradually whisk in whole milk and chicken broth, stirring to prevent lumps. Simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes).
  7. Stir in softened cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted and creamy. Season to taste.
  8. Combine the cooked chicken and drained spaghetti with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed to achieve desired consistency.
  9. Serve immediately, garnishing with remaining mozzarella. Enjoy fresh!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk.

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