creamy cajun chicken twisted pasta with mozzarella alfredo Recipe
Indulge in a decadent twist on classic Alfredo with this Creamy Cajun Chicken Twisted Pasta recipe. Tender chicken strips seasoned with Cajun spices are combined with twisted pasta and smothered in a rich, cheesy mozzarella Alfredo sauce. This dish is a flavorful and satisfying meal that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Pasta and Sauce:
- 12 oz twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preparation: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, then drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Cooking Chicken: Season and cook chicken until golden brown. Set aside.
- Making Sauce: Sauté garlic, then add broth, cream, and cheeses. Stir until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Combining: Add pasta and chicken to the sauce, simmer briefly.
- Serving: Garnish with parsley and extra mozzarella, then serve hot.
Notes
- You can adjust the Cajun seasoning to suit your spice preference.
- Feel free to add in extra veggies like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 820
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 49g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0.8g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
