Cajun Chicken Rotini with Mozzarella Garlic Butter Sauce
Cajun Chicken Rotini with Mozzarella Garlic Butter Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that brings together the bold flavors of Cajun-seasoned chicken, al dente rotini pasta, and a creamy garlic butter sauce infused with mozzarella. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare (ready in just 35 minutes), but it also delivers a delightful explosion of taste that will have everyone asking for seconds. The one-pan cooking method makes cleanup a breeze, while the option to customize spice levels and add vegetables ensures that every plate can be tailored to your preference. Indulge in this comforting, savory meal that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook rotini until al dente; reserve pasta water.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet; cook chicken until golden (7–8 minutes).
- Sauté garlic in remaining butter until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream; let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add cheeses; mix until melted into a thick sauce.
- Combine cooked rotini with sauce; use reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve hot garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg