Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti
Creamy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti is a deliciously rich and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken and al dente spaghetti in a creamy three-cheese sauce. With its perfect balance of spices and creaminess, this dish is ideal for family dinners or casual get-togethers. Quick to prepare, it will quickly become a favorite, satisfying both kids and adults alike. Customize it with your choice of vegetables or alternative proteins to make it your own!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried basil
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté the sliced chicken until browned and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Lower the heat, deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, then stir in mozzarella, cheddar, cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and basil until melted.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, add drained spaghetti, and toss gently until well coated in sauce. Heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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