Description
A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring rotini pasta, Cajun-seasoned chicken, and a rich mozzarella Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, allowing it to simmer.
- Add the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked rotini with the sauce, mixing well to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Rotini, Mozzarella Alfredo Sauce, Pasta Recipe