Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Creamy Alfredo Chicken Rotini with Cajun Butter Drizzle—a delightful dish that brings together creamy cheese sauce, tender chicken, and a hint of spice. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize it to your taste. The creamy sauce beautifully coats the rotini pasta, while the Cajun butter drizzle adds an exciting kick. Each bite offers a satisfying balance of flavors that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thick strips
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (for chicken)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (for sauce)
- Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sauté seasoned chicken strips until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter and sauté minced garlic briefly. Add cream and milk, followed by Velveeta cheese; stir until melted.
- Incorporate mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses into the sauce, letting it thicken. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toss cooked rotini into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if necessary for desired consistency.
- For the drizzle, melt the final tablespoon of butter with Cajun seasoning; drizzle over plated pasta and chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (Approximately 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg