Cajun Chicken Spaghetti Bake
A delicious baked spaghetti dish with spicy Cajun chicken and cheese.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 lb boneless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz spaghetti uncooked
- 2 cup marinara sauce or your favorite pasta sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
- 0.5 cup chopped bell peppers preferably red or yellow
- 0.5 cup sliced onions yellow or white
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and season with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- Add bell peppers, onions, and garlic to the same skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Mix cooked chicken back into the skillet, then add marinara sauce and stir well. Combine with spaghetti.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
Serve with a fresh salad for a complete meal. For extra flavor, sprinkle chopped parsley on top before serving.