Description
A flavorful pasta dish featuring Cajun-spiced chicken and rotini pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, toss chicken with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add chicken to the pan and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add cooked pasta and cheese. Mix until cheese is melted and everything is combined.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste.
- Use any type of cheese you prefer.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Rotini, pasta dish, Cajun recipe