Description
Cajun Garlic Chicken Spaghetti in Three-Cheese Alfredo is a sumptuous dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning with a rich, creamy three-cheese sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this recipe elevates traditional spaghetti into a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 18 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 67 cloves garlic
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 4 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 oz cream cheese
- Optional crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Season chicken with Cajun spices. Sauté in olive oil and butter until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and cream to the skillet; scrape up browned bits.
- Whisk in Velveeta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in Dijon mustard and lemon juice; add optional crushed red pepper for heat.
- Combine cooked spaghetti with the sauce; add reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Fold in the cooked chicken; warm through before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg