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Creamy Cajun Beef Spaghetti topped with triple cheese parmesan sauce

Creamy Cajun Beef Spaghetti

Cozy, cheesy comfort in just 30 minutes with a bold Cajun spice and rich, creamy sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste, up to 1.5 tsp
  • to taste Salt & black pepper
  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 2 tbsp butter Unsalted preferred
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic recommended
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened For smooth sauce
Cheeses
  • 0.75 cup shredded cheddar
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella
Optional ingredients
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes Optional, for more heat
  • 0.5 cup reserved pasta water To loosen sauce if needed
  • Fresh parsley For garnish
  • Extra Parmesan For garnish
  • A light sprinkle of Cajun seasoning For garnish

Method
 

Cooking Spaghetti
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente (about 8-9 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Preparing Beef
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add ground beef and brown, breaking it up. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, draining excess fat if necessary.
Making the Sauce
  1. Push the beef to the side, melt butter in the same skillet, then add minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir, bring to a gentle simmer, then whisk in softened cream cheese until smooth.
  3. Add cheddar, mozzarella, and grated Parmesan. Stir constantly until velvety and coats the back of a spoon. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
Combining Everything
  1. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to coat. Fold in the Cajun beef and toss. If the sauce feels too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
  2. Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, or Cajun seasoning. Plate and garnish with parsley, extra Parmesan, and a sprinkle of Cajun seasoning.

Notes

You can brown the beef ahead of time and refrigerate it for quick reheating. If the sauce separates, whisk in reserved pasta water over low heat.