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Close-up of creamy Cajun rotini pasta with seasoned chicken slices

Cajun Chicken Rotini

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This creamy Cajun Chicken Rotini is spicy, rich, and full of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights when you need a one-pan dinner that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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12 oz rotini pasta

2 medium boneless chicken breasts, diced

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

2 tbsp olive oil

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup chicken broth

3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Salt & pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Boil rotini pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Season diced chicken with Cajun seasoning.

3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook the chicken until browned and fully cooked.

4. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer for 5 minutes.

6. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.

7. Add cooked rotini and toss to combine.

8. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Use less Cajun seasoning if you prefer mild spice.

Add cream cheese for extra creaminess.

Great for meal prep and next-day leftovers.

  • Author: Chef Saly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 710mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg