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Cheesy Cajun Delight

Cheesy Cajun Delight

Indulge in the bold flavors of Cheesy Cajun Delight, a creamy pasta dish with spicy Cajun chicken bites. Perfect for cozy meals or entertaining guests!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lb rotini pasta
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Boil water and salt in a large pot for rotini and cook until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. Toss chicken cubes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked; remove and let rest.
  4. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  5. In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and gradually add milk while stirring until thickened; stir in cheddar and mozzarella until melted.
  6. Combine cooked rotini with cheese sauce and toss until coated; top with garlic butter chicken bites and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 500mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the Cajun seasoning to control the spice level.
For a creamier sauce, use freshly grated cheese instead of pre-shredded.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze separate portions for longer storage.
You can experiment with different proteins like shrimp or sausage, and add veggies for extra nutrition! Enjoy!
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