Cajun Chicken Rotini with Mozzarella Garlic Butter Sauce
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Cajun Chicken Rotini with Mozzarella Garlic Butter Sauce, a dish that brings together the zest of Cajun spices and the comfort of cheesy goodness. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-pot meal is not only quick to prepare but also easy to clean up afterward. With tender chicken, al dente rotini pasta, and a velvety sauce infused with garlic and mozzarella, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between bold flavor and comforting texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Cajun seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook rotini until al dente (9-10 minutes). Reserve ½ cup pasta water; drain.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 7-8 minutes until golden brown; add half the minced garlic for flavor.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and melt remaining butter; sauté remaining garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
- Add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese; stir until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Mix in cooked rotini; toss to coat with sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg