Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of Creamy Alfredo Chicken Rotini with Cajun Butter Drizzle, a perfect dish for any occasion. This delightful recipe features tender chicken and rotini pasta coated in a velvety Alfredo sauce, topped off with a zesty Cajun butter drizzle that adds an exciting twist. Ready in just 30 minutes, this meal is not only quick but also incredibly satisfying, making it ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Customize the spice level to match your taste preferences and enjoy this comforting yet gourmet dish that’s bound to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (9-11 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Sear seasoned chicken strips for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and whole milk, stirring in Velveeta until melted.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, simmering for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Toss cooked rotini with the sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Melt remaining butter with Cajun seasoning for the drizzle.
- Serve rotini topped or alongside seared chicken and drizzle with Cajun butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg