Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini Skillet
A creamy and flavorful one-pan dish featuring chicken, Cajun spices, and gooey cheese tossed with rotini pasta.
Ingredients
Chicken and Pasta
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 12 oz rotini pasta
Spices and Aromatics
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning Adjust based on spice preference.
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
Sauce and Cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream You can use half-and-half for a lighter version.
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Toss the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 8-9 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then bring it to a simmer.
- Add the mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth and cheesy.
- Add the cooked rotini and chicken back into the skillet.
- Toss everything until it's well-coated in the Cajun garlic sauce. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove, adding a splash of milk or cream if needed.