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ken Spaghetti in Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce Recipe

ken Spaghetti in Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce Recipe

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Indulge in the rich and flavorful Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti in Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce. This dish combines tender chicken with a creamy, cheesy sauce infused with Cajun spices for a satisfying meal that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
  • 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)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp salted butter, divided
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced

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)

Others:

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Spaghetti: Boil water and cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain, toss with olive oil, and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Press grated Parmesan onto the chicken.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Sear chicken in olive oil and butter until golden. Set aside.
  4. Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic in butter, then add cream, broth, and cheeses. Season and simmer.
  5. Combine: Add cooked spaghetti to the sauce, toss to coat. Let it sit to absorb flavors.
  6. Serve: Plate the spaghetti, top with chicken strips, and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes.
  • For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream.

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