Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rotini in ThreeCheese Cajun Cream Sauce
Savor the delightful flavors of Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rotini in ThreeCheese Cajun Cream Sauce, a dish that’s sure to impress at any dinner table. This creamy pasta combines tender chicken and rotini pasta, enveloped in a rich cheese sauce infused with garlic and a hint of Cajun spice. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, this recipe is both comforting and versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit your palate. Each bite promises a satisfying blend of textures and flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for coating)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rotini in salted water until al dente; drain.
- Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika, then coat with Parmesan.
- Sear chicken in a skillet with butter until fully cooked; infuse with garlic at the end.
- In the same skillet, create the sauce by sautéing garlic and adding heavy cream and chicken broth.
- Stir in cream cheese and cheeses until melted and smooth; season to taste.
- Combine cooked rotini with the sauce and toss gently.
- Serve topped with chicken and garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 685
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg