Cheesy Garlic Chicken Rotini in Cajun Cream Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cheesy Garlic Chicken Rotini in Cajun Cream Sauce. This creamy pasta dish features tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and a medley of Cajun spices wrapped in a luscious cheese sauce. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or impressing guests at a gathering, this recipe is both simple to make and hard to resist. With its rich flavors, creamy texture, and customizable ingredients, it’s no wonder it has become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup cubed Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for melting over chicken)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for sauce)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Chopped parsley or dried herbs, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rotini according to package instructions until al dente; reserve pasta water and drain.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet. Sear chicken until golden brown.
- Add garlic and half the mozzarella until melted; keep warm.
- In the same pan, sauté remaining garlic, then add heavy cream and broth; bring to simmer.
- Stir in cheeses until melted; season with Italian seasoning.
- Combine pasta with sauce; serve with cheesy chicken on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg