Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti

• porções: Serves
• tempo total: 10 minutes

Ingredientes

Chicken

600 g (1.3 lb) chicken breast, sliced

2 tbsp olive oil

1½ tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust for heat)

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp garlic powder

Salt & black pepper

Pasta

400 g (14 oz) spaghetti

Salted water

Cajun Cream Sauce

2 tbsp butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 small onion or shallot, finely diced

1½ cups (360 ml) heavy cream

½ cup (120 ml) chicken stock

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

½ tsp Italian seasoning

Black pepper to taste

Finish

Extra Parmesan

Fresh parsley or basil, chopped

Lemon wedges (optional)

Instruções

Cook the Pasta

Boil spaghetti in well-salted water until al dente.

Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.

Season & Cook the Chicken

Toss chicken with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

Remove and set aside.

Make the Cajun Cream Sauce

In the same pan, melt butter.

Sauté onion for 2–3 minutes until soft.

Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

Pour in cream and chicken stock.

Stir in Cajun seasoning, chili flakes, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.

Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan until smooth.

Combine

Add spaghetti to the sauce, tossing to coat.

Add reserved pasta water a little at a time until silky.

Slice chicken and return to pan.

Toss gently and heat through.