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Creamy Cajun Chicken

Creamy Cajun Chicken

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Cajun Chicken Rotini recipe Packed with flavor and ready in 35 minutes Perfect for busy weeknights
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 725
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thick strips
  • 12 oz rotini pasta
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup whole milk
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 9 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • to taste Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
  • to garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Tongs or a slotted spoon
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Fill a large pot with salted water, bring to a boil, and cook the rotini until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Pat the chicken dry and toss with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet and sear the chicken until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side, then transfer to a plate.
  4. Reduce heat, add the remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Add heavy cream, milk, and chicken broth to the skillet, stir, and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Stir in the Velveeta, whisking until melted, then add mozzarella and Parmesan until smooth. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
  7. Mix in the cooked rotini, ensuring it is well-coated in the sauce, then add the seared chicken back into the skillet.
  8. Serve on a platter or in bowls, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 725kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 36gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream and substitute Velveeta with light cream cheese. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or broth to restore creaminess. Feel free to add veggies like bell peppers or spinach to enhance the dish's nutrition and color.
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