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Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce

Spaghetti tossed in a rich garlic mozzarella cream sauce with Cajun-spiced chicken for a bold yet comforting pasta dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 610
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Pasta & Sauce
  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve pasta water and drain.
  2. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook in olive oil until golden and cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken and sauté garlic in butter until fragrant.
  4. Add cream and milk, simmer gently.
  5. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until smooth.
  6. Add spaghetti and sliced chicken, toss to coat.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for best sauce texture.