Description
Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini is a flavorful pasta dish that combines tender chicken with a spicy Cajun garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb chicken fillet, diced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add cooked rotini and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste.
- Use grilled chicken for a smoky flavor.
- Can substitute heavy cream with a lighter alternative if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini, pasta, chicken, Cajun, garlic