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Creamy Cajun Chicken and Rotini

Creamy Cajun Chicken and Rotini
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Creamy Cajun Chicken and Rotini is a deliciously rich dish that perfectly balances spicy Cajun flavors with creamy cheeses, making it an ideal choice for a comforting meal any night of the week. This recipe features tender chicken strips sautéed to golden perfection, mixed with spiraled rotini pasta in a velvety sauce that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also satisfying enough to impress even the most discerning palates.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thick strips
  • 12 oz rotini pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water (if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Sear the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked; then transfer to a plate.
  3. Cook rotini in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. In the same skillet, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer; add Velveeta until melted.
  6. Incorporate mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until the sauce is thickened; use reserved pasta water as needed.
  7. Combine cooked rotini with sauce and serve alongside seared chicken.

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