Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rotini pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Mix in cooked pasta and shredded cheddar cheese; stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is well combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or diced jalapeños.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or a vegetarian protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg