Description
This Cheesy Chicken Rotini Skillet recipe is a comforting and flavorful dish that comes together in just 30 minutes. Tender chicken, al dente rotini pasta, and a creamy, cheesy Cajun sauce make for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Pasta:
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
Cheesy Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat olive oil. Toss chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 6–7 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Make the Cheesy Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses until the sauce is smooth and all the cheese is melted.
- Combine Everything: Return the cooked chicken and rotini to the skillet. Toss until all the pasta and chicken are coated in the creamy, cheesy Cajun sauce. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes so the flavors blend.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra cheese if desired. Serve hot!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
