Description
A flavorful fusion of Cajun spices and creamy mozzarella sauce over spaghetti, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and stir. Gradually add mozzarella and parmesan, stirring until melted.
- Toss drained spaghetti into the sauce. Slice chicken and nestle on top before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and additional cheese if desired.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg