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Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini Skillet

Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini Skillet in 30 Minutes

This Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini Skillet combines bold flavors and creamy textures, creating a quick and delicious dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 8 ounces Rotini pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 pound of diced chicken breasts seasoned with Cajun seasoning. Sear the chicken for about 5–7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet.
  3. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. Return the cooked rotini to the skillet with the creamy sauce. Toss gently to coat. If too thick, add reserved pasta water. Fold in the cooked chicken and heat through for another minute.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve hot topped with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Save about ½ cup of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Overcooking chicken can lead to dryness. Use fresh garlic for better flavor.

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