Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Cajun Garlic Chicken with Creamy Mozzarella Alfredo Twisted Pasta, a dish that effortlessly combines spicy and creamy flavors. Tender strips of chicken are seasoned with zesty Cajun spices and sautéed to perfection, then tossed with twisted pasta and enveloped in a rich mozzarella Alfredo sauce. This quick and easy meal is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, promising to impress everyone at your table. With its delightful blend of textures and bold flavors, this dish will become a favorite go-to recipe for busy weeknights or cozy evenings at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 12 oz twisted pasta (like rotini or fusilli)
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the twisted pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown (5-6 minutes). Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for about a minute. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping the pan's bottom.
- Lower the heat, mix in cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted into a smooth sauce. If too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually.
- Combine cooked pasta and chicken with the sauce; toss to coat evenly. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 155mg