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Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti

Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti: A One-Pot Dinner Delight

Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti blends Italian pasta with Cajun spices for a flavorful one-pot meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or thighs for more flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular for a milder taste
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti or linguine or penne if desired
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese or Neufchâtel for a lighter version
For the Cheesy Finish
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan
For Extra Spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes omit for milder dish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and coat with Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Boil salted water in a large pot, add spaghetti, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil or butter, sear chicken for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Whisk in flour for roux, stirring for another minute.
  5. Gradually add milk and chicken broth while whisking. Cook for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens, then stir in cream cheese.
  6. Return the seared chicken and cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Toss together and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Transfer to an oven-safe dish, top with mozzarella cheese, and broil for 2-3 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Taste and adjust Cajun seasoning as needed. For leftovers, store in an airtight container and reheat gently to restore creaminess.

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