Description
Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken marinated in zesty Cajun spices with al dente rotini pasta, all enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. This one-pot wonder is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With its enticing aroma and visually appealing colors, every bite promises a delightful culinary experience that will have your family and friends clamoring for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in heavy cream and additional Cajun seasoning.
- Combine: Slice rested chicken and add it back to the sauce along with cooked rotini. Stir gently to combine.
- Finish: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the mixture while stirring until melted. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve: Plate your dish garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg