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Chicken Big Mamou (Cajun Dirty Spaghetti)

1 h 30 minServes 8Nutri-Score D€€
from @amelia_is_not_a_chef2 imports0 cooked
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Ingredients

8 people
  • angel hair pasta (cooked)Grains680 g
  • salt (for the pasta water)Spices45 g
  • butter (salted, divided)Dairy340 g
  • onion (diced)Produce450 g
  • garlic (cloves, minced)Produce6 pieces
  • chicken stockPantry780 ml
  • Worcestershire saucePantry30 ml
  • Tabasco saucePantry20 ml
  • tomato saucePantry900 g
  • sugarPantry25 g
  • green onion (very finely chopped)Produce350 g
  • boneless chicken thighs (trimmed, cut into 1/2 inch cubes)Meat1.4 kg
  • dried thyme (for the seasoning mix)Spices2 g
  • cayenne pepper (for the seasoning mix)Spices3 g
  • white pepper (for the seasoning mix)Spices2 g
  • black pepper (for the seasoning mix)Spices1.5 g
  • dried basil (for the seasoning mix)Spices500 mg
  • salt (for the chicken seasoning mix)Spices13 g
  • white pepper (for the chicken seasoning mix)Spices3 g
  • garlic powder (for the chicken seasoning mix)Spices4 g
  • cayenne pepper (for the chicken seasoning mix)Spices3 g
  • black pepper (for the chicken seasoning mix)Spices2 g
  • ground cumin (for the chicken seasoning mix)Spices2 g
  • dried basil (for the chicken seasoning mix)Spices500 mg
  • Parmesan (grated, for serving)Dairy60 g

per serving

Nutrition

806kcal

Carbs
71 g
Proteins
38 g
Fat
41 g
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Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • wooden spoon

step by step

Method

  1. Make the seasoning mixes

    • Combine the thyme, cayenne, white pepper, black pepper and dried basil for the seasoning mix in a small bowl.
    • In another bowl, combine the salt, white pepper, garlic powder, cayenne, black pepper, cumin and dried basil for the chicken seasoning mix.
    • Set both mixes aside.
    Step 1

  2. Season the chicken

    • Trim the chicken thighs and cut them into 1/2 inch cubes.
    • Toss the chicken with the chicken seasoning mix until evenly coated.
    • Refrigerate until needed.
    Step 2

  3. Brown the onions and garlic

    • Melt half of the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
    • Add the onions and sauté for 5 minutes.
    • Add the garlic and the seasoning mix, then cook for 8 to 10 minutes until deeply browned.
    Step 3

  4. Build and simmer the sauce

    • Stir in the chicken stock, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce and tomato sauce.
    • Bring to a boil, then add the sugar and part of the green onions.
    • Simmer uncovered for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    Step 4

  5. Cook the green onions and chicken

    • Melt the remaining butter in a separate pan.
    • Sauté the remaining green onions for 3 minutes.
    • Add the chicken and cook for at least 10 minutes until mostly cooked through.
    Step 5

  6. Combine chicken and sauce

    • Add the chicken mixture to the sauce pot.
    • Heat through, stirring to combine.
    Step 6

  7. Toss the pasta and serve

    • Cook the angel hair pasta in salted water, then drain.
    • Toss the pasta with butter and the sauce over medium heat until well coated.
    • Plate and top with Parmesan and green onions.
    Step 7
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