Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken (Printable Version)

Tender chicken and rotini pasta come together in a creamy cheesy Cajun skillet for a flavorful meal.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Protein

01 - 450 grams boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks

→ Pasta

02 - 340 grams rotini pasta

→ Fats and Oils

03 - 30 milliliters olive oil

04 - 14 grams unsalted butter

→ Seasonings and Spices

05 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder

07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

09 - 4 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

10 - 240 milliliters heavy cream

11 - 120 milliliters chicken broth

→ Cheeses

12 - 115 grams shredded mozzarella cheese

13 - 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese

14 - 55 grams shredded cheddar cheese

→ Herbs

15 - 15 grams fresh parsley, chopped

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.

02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.

03 - Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet and melt. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring gently. Bring to a simmer, then incorporate mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar cheeses until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

04 - Return cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet. Toss well to coat with the sauce. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through and sauce thickens.

05 - Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley and additional cheese if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Adjust Cajun seasoning according to preference. Substitute ingredients for dietary needs as necessary. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C.

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