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Cajun Garlic Chicken

Cajun Garlic Chicken

Spice up your dinner with this Cajun Garlic Chicken recipe featuring creamy pasta and bold flavors perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-size chunks
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • q.s. salt
  • q.s. black pepper
  • 18 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter for sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 9 oz Velveeta cheese cubed
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • q.s. fresh parsley chopped, optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cheese grater if using block cheese
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, add the pasta, and cook until al dente; reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter, add chicken, season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Melt remaining butter in the skillet, add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and milk, letting it simmer.
  4. Stir in Velveeta cheese cubes until melted and smooth, then add cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan until the sauce thickens.
  5. Combine drained pasta with the sauce and fold in the seared chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is best served immediately but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. The flavors deepen over time.
For an extra flavor boost, you can toast the pasta before boiling it.
Feel free to switch up the cheese and use block cheese for better melting quality, avoid pre-shredded cheese.
Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers to increase nutrition.
To lighten it up, consider using Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream and whole wheat pasta.
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