Description
A delicious and protein-rich skillet dish featuring rotini pasta, chicken, creamy cheese sauce, and bold Cajun flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped 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 the diced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked rotini to the skillet and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For more flavor, let the cooked chicken marinate in Cajun seasoning for about 30 minutes before cooking. You can also add vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or peas for extra nutrition. If desired, add red pepper flakes for heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg