Description
Indulge in the flavors of this delectable Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti in a creamy, spicy Cajun sauce. Perfect for a special dinner or a comforting meal at home.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp salted butter, divided
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup grated Parmesan (for crusting the chicken)
For the Sauce:
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan (for the sauce)
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For Garnish:
- Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Spaghetti: Boil water, cook spaghetti until al dente, drain, toss with olive oil, and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Press grated Parmesan onto chicken pieces for a light crust.
- Cook the Chicken: Sear chicken in a skillet with olive oil and butter until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic, then add cream, broth, cheeses, and seasonings. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked spaghetti in the sauce, let it absorb flavors, plate, and top with chicken strips and parsley.
Notes
- This dish can be made less spicy by adjusting the amount of Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to customize the cheese blend to your preference.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 780 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 56g
- Saturated Fat: 32g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 205mg
