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Cheesy Garlic Chicken Spaghetti in Creamy Cajun Alfredo Sauce

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A comforting and flavorful dish combining tender chicken strips with a rich, cheesy Cajun Alfredo sauce over spaghetti, perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining friends.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 700

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1-1.5 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt & black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for extra spice)
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water (to loosen sauce, if needed)
For Garnish
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish
  • to taste Extra Parmesan for garnish
  • to taste Sprinkle of Cajun seasoning for garnish

Method
 

Boiling the Spaghetti
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, following package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
Searing the Chicken
  1. Pat the chicken strips dry and season them with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for about 3–4 minutes on each side until they are golden and cooked through.
  3. In the last minute, add minced garlic and toss until fragrant. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer, then whisk in the cream cheese until the sauce is smooth.
  2. Add mozzarella and Parmesan, stirring until fully melted and creamy.
  3. Season with red pepper flakes, additional salt, and extra Cajun seasoning. If the sauce is too thick, use reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Combining the Dish
  1. Toss the spaghetti in the creamy Cajun Alfredo sauce and gently fold in the garlic chicken strips, making sure everything is well-coated.
Plating and Garnishing
  1. Serve the hot spaghetti with the chicken on top. Garnish with fresh parsley, a sprinkle of extra Parmesan, and a light dusting of Cajun seasoning to finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute with turkey or tofu. You can also swap heavy cream for a lighter alternative if desired.
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