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Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini Skillet

Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini Skillet for Cozy Nights

A rich and creamy Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini Skillet that combines tender chicken and zesty cheese for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized chunks for even cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing the chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust according to your heat preference
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Cook until al dente for best texture
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds a rich, velvety base to the sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic (fresh, minced) Offers more intense flavor than powder
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Secret to creaminess; substitute with light cream if desired
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Enhances flavor; swap with vegetable broth for vegetarian option
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Melts beautifully, adding creaminess
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Brings sharpness and extra cheesy kick
  • 0.5 cup Cheddar Cheese Adds richness and can be mixed for flavor variety
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Adds a pop of color and freshness

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook for 6-7 minutes until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring until mixture simmers.
  4. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan, mixing until melted and creamy. Optionally add cheddar for extra cheesiness.
  5. Combine cooked rotini and sautéed chicken into the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot, optionally adding extra cheese on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Can customize spice levels and cheese varieties as per preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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