Description
A delicious and creamy Cajun chicken pasta made with rotini, vegetables, and a blend of spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz. dry rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ onion (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 15 oz. fire-roasted diced tomatoes (1 can)
- 4 oz. cream cheese (room temperature and cut into small cubes)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 green onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta to al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, melt and combine the butter and olive oil in a large skillet set over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the garlic, Cajun seasoning, and salt. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Add the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan. Add the diced tomatoes and cream cheese. Stir frequently and cook for 5-6 minutes or until the cream cheese melts and a sauce forms.
- Stir in the heavy cream, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thick and warmed through.
- Add the cooked pasta and stir to coat. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve.
Notes
- This dish can be adjusted for spice level by modifying the amount of Cajun seasoning used.
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg