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Cheesy Garlic Chicken Spaghetti

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A delicious comfort food dish combining creamy Alfredo sauce with bold Cajun spices, featuring tender chicken and garlicky spaghetti.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Spaghetti
  • 1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 12 oz spaghetti
Cooking Fat
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
Spices and Seasoning
  • 1-1.5 tsp Cajun seasoning Start with 1 tsp and add to taste
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes Optional for extra heat
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
Sauce Ingredients
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Extra Parmesan for garnish
  • Cajun seasoning for a sprinkle on top

Method
 

Boiling the spaghetti
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  2. Cook spaghetti until al dente (usually 8–10 minutes).
  3. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set spaghetti aside.
Searing the chicken
  1. Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear chicken in a single layer until golden and cooked through (about 3–4 minutes per side depending on thickness).
  4. Transfer chicken to a plate and loosely tent with foil to rest.
Making the sauce
  1. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining butter to the skillet.
  2. Sauté minced garlic for 30–45 seconds until fragrant without browning it.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Stir in softened cream cheese until fully melted and smooth.
  5. Add mozzarella and Parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Combining the dish
  1. Return seared chicken to the skillet along with any juices.
  2. Add cooked spaghetti and toss to coat evenly.
  3. If the sauce feels too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until you reach a silky consistency.
  4. Heat through briefly so pasta and chicken absorb the sauce (1–2 minutes).
Plating and garnishing
  1. Divide among plates or serve family-style.
  2. Finish with chopped fresh parsley, a sprinkle of extra Parmesan, and a light dusting of Cajun seasoning for color and aroma.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gSodium: 820mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Don’t crowd the pan when searing chicken. Soften cream cheese at room temperature for smooth melting. Use reserved pasta water to help the sauce emulsify. Taste and adjust seasoning at the end.
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