My family loves this creamy, cheesy pasta! It has a little Cajun kick and is sure to be a crowd pleaser!
Ingredients:
1/2 lb thin spaghetti
2 small chicken breasts, cubed
2 tsp Cajun seasoning, divided
1/4 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 1/4 cup chicken stock, divided
1 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp. flour
1/2 cup half & half
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
Fill a pasta pot, or stock pot, with water and bring to a boil
Cook spaghetti according to package directions, drain and set aside
In a large bowl combine chicken, 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, paprika & pepper until chicken is evenly coated
Heat olive oil in a large skillet
Add in chicken and saute chicken while slowing adding in 1/4 cup of chicken stock, cooking until chicken is no longer pink, then set aside
In the same skillet melt butter
Stir in flour, making a roux, making sure to cook for 2-3 minutes
Slowly whisk in remaining 1 cup chicken stock and half & half
Bring to a boil and remove from heat
Whisk in cheeses, whisking until melted
Add in spaghetti and chicken, tossing until pasta is completely coated