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Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce

Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic Mozzarella Magic

This Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce delivers comforting flavors in a one-pan meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts Thighs can be used for more tenderness.
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Use mild for gentler flavor.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Substitute with regular paprika if desired.
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Spaghetti Other pasta shapes like penne can be used.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter Olive oil can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferred.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
  • 3 cups Whole Milk Almond milk can lighten it without losing flavor.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for vegetarian version.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ricotta can be a substitute.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Sharp cheddar can be substituted.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a good dairy-free alternative.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • colander
  • Whisk
  • Oven-Safe Dish

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika; let rest for 10 minutes.
  2. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the chicken on both sides until cooked through.
  4. Sauté minced garlic in butter until fragrant.
  5. Create a roux by mixing flour with the garlic, cooking for 1 minute.
  6. Whisk in milk and chicken broth, simmering until thickened.
  7. Incorporate cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted and smooth.
  8. Slice chicken and mix with the spaghetti in the sauce until well coated.
  9. Transfer to an oven-safe dish, top with mozzarella, and broil until golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let the chicken rest before cooking for better flavor absorption. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.

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