Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti in Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce

This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti in a bold, creamy Cajun-spiced sauce is a flavorful comfort food masterpiece. Juicy, Parmesan-crusted chicken is pan-seared to golden perfection and tossed with tender spaghetti in a spicy, cheesy cream sauce infused with garlic, Cajun heat, and loads of melty cheese. Perfect for when you’re craving something rich, spicy, and absolutely irresistible!

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
• 1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• ⅛ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
• ½ cup grated Parmesan (for crusting)

For the Pasta & Sauce

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 tbsp salted butter, divided
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1½ cups heavy cream
• ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
• ¾ cup grated Parmesan (for sauce)
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp dried basil
• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

For Garnish

• Fresh chopped parsley
  

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