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Creamy Alfredo Chicken Rotini with Cajun Butter Drizzle

Creamy Alfredo Chicken Rotini with Cajun Butter Drizzle
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Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Alfredo Chicken Rotini with Cajun Butter Drizzle, a dish that elevates comfort food to new heights. This delightful pasta dish features tender chicken paired with rotini pasta enveloped in a luscious creamy Alfredo sauce infused with a hint of Cajun spice. The finishing touch is a flavorful Cajun butter drizzle that brings warmth and depth, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy nights at home. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is sure to impress both family and guests alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 12 oz rotini pasta
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning (for sauce)
  • Fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. 1. Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (9-11 minutes). Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. 2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips seasoned with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; cook until golden brown (8-10 minutes). Remove and keep warm.
  3. 3. In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter; sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute. Add heavy cream and whole milk, stirring in Velveeta until melted. Incorporate mozzarella and Parmesan; let simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes). Adjust seasoning.
  4. 4. Combine cooked rotini with sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  5. 5. For the Cajun drizzle, melt remaining tablespoon of butter with Cajun seasoning; mix well.
  6. 6. Serve rotini topped with chicken and drizzle over Cajun sauce; garnish with parsley.

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