Creamy Cajun Chicken Rotini with Mozzarella Alfredo Sauce
A comforting, creamy pasta dish featuring Cajun-seasoned chicken and a rich mozzarella Alfredo sauce that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken in olive oil, seasoning with Cajun spices until cooked through.
- Create the creamy base by pouring in the heavy cream and bringing it to a gentle simmer. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted.
- Combine the cooked rotini with the creamy sauce until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, half-and-half can be used instead of heavy cream. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses and pasta shapes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg