Southern-Style Creamy Cajun Garlic Chicken Spaghetti with Melted Mozzarella & Parmesan BlissIngredients:12 oz spaghetti2 large chicken breasts, sliced into bite-sized pieces2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons butter4 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1 teaspoon smoked paprika½ teaspoon onion powder½ teaspoon black pepper½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)1½ cups heavy cream1 cup chicken broth1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)Directions:Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan.Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.Add the mozzarella cheese and stir until creamy and fully incorporated.Return the chicken to the skillet and mix well.Toss in the cooked spaghetti, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed for a silky sauce.Sprinkle with fresh parsley and crushed red pepper flakes before serving.Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutesKcal: 785 kcal | Servings: 4 servings
