Description
A rich and spicy pasta dish featuring Cajun-seasoned chicken in a creamy garlic mozzarella sauce, perfect for a quick and indulgent dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts generously with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Cook until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Slice cooked chicken and return to the skillet. Add the cooked spaghetti and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Use shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood variation.
- Add smoked paprika to intensify the flavor.
- Include red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Try different pasta shapes like penne or fettuccine.
- Half-and-half can be used to reduce the richness of the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
