Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Rotini with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, rotini pasta, and a rich garlic mozzarella sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 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.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked rotini to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Rotini, Garlic Mozzarella Sauce, Pasta Recipe, Comfort Food