Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti in Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce
A delicious dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and flavorful Cajun spices, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Cajun seasoning. Bring to a simmer, then add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
- Toss the cooked spaghetti in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Make sure to season the chicken well and adjust the spice level to your preference. For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with sautéed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg