Bold and Spicy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti Recipe

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Hot & Spicy Cajun Chicken Spaghetti

Hi everyone! If you're craving a dinner that's bold and satisfying, then this hot and fiery Cajun chicken pasta is what you have to make tonight!

This recipe has been my new go-to quick pasta dish and I've become so hooked! It's perfect to make when you get home from a long day at work - it takes only about twenty minutes! You only need a few ingredients, and the star of this dish is a delectable pan-seared Cajun chicken. It's saucy and hot, absolutely delicious.

I love to make pasta when I’m actually not sure what to make for dinner! I find it’s not only an excellent comfort food, but it’s extremely satisfying and easy to make. Of course, I’ll plan out some special pasta dinners such as this Creamy Lobster Mac and Cheese with Chili Garlic Butter, or the timeless Spaghetti & Meatballs with Classic Marinara. Other times, however, you just gotta have a pasta dish that’s dump-and-go!

The star of this dish for me is the juicy Cajun chicken. We’re going to pair it with a quick and effortless tomato sauce, and top it with some fresh basil. It’s bold, tasty, and you’ll devour it in no time!

Ingredients Needed for This Cajun Chicken Recipe with Spaghetti

This recipe uses only a handful of ingredients! You’ll need:

• Spaghetti
• Chicken breast
• Diced tomatoes
• Cajun seasoning
• Olive oil
• Garlic
• Salt and pepper
• Chili flakes
• Fresh basil, for garnish
• Parmesan cheese, freshly grated as desired.

If you don’t have spaghetti, you can use any other pasta you have on hand, such as linguine, penne, or fettuccine. I love using spaghetti in this because it really grabs all of the tomato sauce, and it’s a classic pasta shape!

How to Make Cajun Chicken Pasta

You’re here because you’re looking for a super easy and convenient dinner recipe. This Cajun Spaghetti recipe checks those boxes! Be sure to scroll to the bottom of this post for the FULL PRINTABLE RECIPE so you can save it for later!

Here are the steps you need to follow:

Begin by butterflying the chicken breast.

Then cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes.

Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and 1 Tbsp of Cajun seasoning.

Then, heat a pan on medium heat. When the pan is hot, add 1 Tbsp of olive oil. Let the oil get hot and add your chicken pieces.

Fully cook your chicken for about 4 minutes on each side.

Once the chicken has finished cooking, set it aside on a plate. Add the remaining olive oil to the same pan. This pan may have small burnt bits from the pan which will add lots of flavor to the sauce.

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and chili flakes. Cook for 30-40 seconds.

Add in the tomatoes and bring the mixture up to a simmer.

Season with salt and 1 tsp Cajun seasoning. Cook on medium heat until the sauce reduces and has a thick consistency.

As the sauce cooks, bring water up to a boil in a large pot. Season the water generously with salt.

Add the spaghetti to the pot and cook as per package directions.

When the pasta has finished cooking, reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water. Drain the water and add cooked spaghetti to the sauce.

Toss the pasta in the sauce to ensure it’s well-coated.

Add fresh basil leaves to the pan.

Transfer the pasta to a serving plate. Add the cooked chicken pieces and some freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot and enjoy!