Zesty Cajun Three-Cheese Chicken Spaghetti in Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce
This dish features spaghetti tossed with chicken and a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, enhanced by zesty Cajun spices and three types of cheese for a rich flavor.
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breast diced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced chicken with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne until cooked through.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet and add drained spaghetti, tossing to coat.
- Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water as needed, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve garnished with parsley and additional cheese if desired.
Notes
Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of cayenne pepper.