Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti (Printable Version)

Spaghetti tossed with Cajun-spiced chicken and a luscious garlic mozzarella cream sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 450 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Pasta

02 - 450 g spaghetti

→ Seasonings and Spices

03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
08 - Red pepper flakes, optional, for heat

→ Dairy

09 - 4 tablespoons butter
10 - 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
11 - 2 cups (200 g) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
12 - 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 3 cups (720 ml) whole milk

→ Sauce Base

14 - 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
15 - 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
16 - 4 cloves garlic, minced

# Steps To Follow:

01 - Combine chicken pieces with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika in a mixing bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, 9–11 minutes. Drain and reserve.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned chicken pieces for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked. Remove cooked chicken and set aside.
04 - In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Whisk flour into the melted butter and garlic, stirring constantly for 1 minute to form a pale roux.
06 - Gradually add whole milk and chicken broth, whisking constantly to form a smooth sauce. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
07 - Reduce heat to low. Add cream cheese and stir until fully melted and sauce is silky.
08 - Stir in 1½ cups (150 g) of mozzarella and all the Parmesan cheese. Mix until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste.
09 - Return the cooked chicken and spaghetti to the skillet. Fold together to evenly coat noodles and meat in the creamy sauce.
10 - Transfer mixture to a large serving dish or oven-safe pan. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup (50 g) mozzarella evenly over the top.
11 - Place under the broiler for 2–3 minutes until the cheese topping is melted and golden.
12 - Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy the creamy Cajun chicken spaghetti at its best.

# Notes and Tips:

01 - Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best sauce texture and even melting.
02 - Reserve a small amount of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed after combining.

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