Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti in Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti in Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce is a rich and comforting 30-minute dinner. It features golden Parmesan-crusted chicken strips, tender spaghetti, and a velvety Cajun-spiced garlic cream sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp salted butter, divided
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ tsp cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- cup grated parmesan cheese (for crusting)
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (for sauce)
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
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Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, drizzle with olive oil, and set aside.
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In a shallow bowl, mix Parmesan, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken strips in the mixture.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter over medium-high. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Set aside.
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id=”instruction-step-5″ style=”margin-bottom: 1em”>5. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
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d=”instruction-step-6″ style=”margin-bottom: 1em”>6. Add ½ cup Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if desired. Stir until sauce is smooth and creamy.
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