Easy Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti: A Comforting Twist on Tradition
A delicious and spicy take on the classic chicken spaghetti that combines bold flavors with comforting ingredients.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt to taste
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced bell pepper and cook until soft.
- Add chicken thighs, cooking until no longer pink.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, and red pepper flakes; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Toss the cooked spaghetti into the sauce mixture and combine evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the heat by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Easy Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti