Description
Cajun Garlic Chicken with Creamy Mozzarella Alfredo Twisted Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that combines the zest of Cajun spices with tender chicken and a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this meal can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families or anyone craving comforting flavors. The twisted pasta holds onto the luscious mozzarella Alfredo sauce beautifully, ensuring every bite is satisfying. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish not only delivers on taste but also looks appealing on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (plus extra to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 12 oz twisted pasta (like rotini or fusilli)
- 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 (for extra creaminess)
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the twisted pasta until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping the skillet's bottom.
- Lower heat and mix in cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Combine cooked pasta and chicken into the sauce, tossing until well-coated. Allow to simmer for two minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg