Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Spaghetti Alfredo is a rich and creamy pasta dish that offers comfort in every bite. This delightful recipe features tender pieces of chicken enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce, paired perfectly with spaghetti. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-pot wonder comes together quickly, ensuring minimal cleanup while maximizing flavor. Your family will love the savory blend of garlic and cheese, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1. Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, seasoning with salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning, and cook until golden brown (about 7–10 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- 3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add heavy cream and chicken broth; mix well.
- 4. Stir in softened cream cheese until melted. Gradually add mozzarella cheese until smooth.
- 5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and combine with the sauce. Toss in cooked spaghetti until well-coated. Top with grated Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (about 350g)
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 145mg