Easy Cheesy Cajun Chicken Rotini Skillet

recipe image of chicken breast rotini pasta cream cheese cajun seasoning garlic heavy cream cheddar cheese butter onion bell peppers chicken broth paprika cayenne pepper arranged on a white marble kitchen counter with clear glass bowls and rustic brown wooden kitchen sets under soft diffuse daylight

C. Motter Cindy

Easy Cheesy Cajun Chicken Rotini Skillet

A comforting and exciting one-pan chicken dinner that brings the vibrant, spicy heart of Cajun culture to your table. This quick and easy skillet meal is perfect for busy weeknights and will become a family favorite.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Cajun

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Chicken

Aromatics and Spices

1 medium onion diced
1 red bell pepper diced (optional)
4 cloves garlic minced
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning store-bought or homemade
1 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper adjust for heat

Sauce and Cheese

1 cup heavy cream
4 oz cream cheese softened and cubed
1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Pasta

Garnish

for garnish parsley optional

Equipment

Large skillet or Dutch oven
Mixing bowl

Method

Season and Brown the Chicken

Sauté the Aromatics

Bloom the Spices

Create the Creamy Base

Add the Cream and Cheese

Combine Pasta and Chicken

Make it Cheesy

Serve Immediately

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 45gFat: 40g

Notes

This dish stores well, making it great for meal prep or leftovers. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The sauce will thicken as it cools. This recipe freezes beautifully. Place it in a freezer-safe container, leaving a little room for expansion. It will keep for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. The best way to reheat is in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add a splash of milk, chicken broth, or water to loosen the sauce. Stir frequently until heated through. You can also reheat individual portions in the microwave, but the skillet method keeps the sauce creamier.

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