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Cajun Chicken Spaghetti in Creamy Three-Cheese Alfredo

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A delightful blend of Cajun spices and creamy cheeses in a rich Alfredo sauce over spaghetti.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 oz cream cheese (optional, for extra richness)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until just al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
  2. Pat the chicken dry and season generously with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. When it begins to bubble, add Parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar, and cream cheese. Stir steadily until the cheese melts into a smooth, velvety sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra Cajun spice, salt, or pepper as needed.
  6. Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce and toss gently until fully coated. Return the chicken to the skillet, stirring everything together so it’s evenly mixed. If the sauce gets too thick, splash in a little reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
  7. Serve immediately, sprinkled with fresh parsley and an extra pinch of Parmesan for good measure.

Notes

Adjust the Cajun seasoning to your spice tolerance. Use freshly grated cheese for the best melting texture and flavor.

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