Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rotini in Three-Cheese Cajun Cream Sauce is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings a delightful twist to your dinner table. This recipe features tender chicken strips coated in Cajun spices, combined with rotini pasta and enveloped in a rich three-cheese cream sauce. It’s an ideal choice for family dinners, gatherings with friends, or cozy nights at home. With its creamy texture and bold flavor, this dish will have everyone asking for more. Best of all, it can be prepared in just about 30-35 minutes, making it a quick and satisfying meal option.
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for coating)
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan (for sauce)
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Chopped parsley or herbs, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil rotini in salted water until al dente, then drain.
- Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; coat with Parmesan.
- Sear chicken in olive oil and butter until fully cooked, then remove.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic in remaining butter; add heavy cream and chicken broth.
- Stir in cream cheese and cheeses until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Season sauce with Italian seasoning and combine with cooked rotini.
- Plate topped with chicken or mix together; garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 800
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 140mg