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Banana Pudding Delight

Banana Pudding Delight

Indulge in this easy 30-minute Cheesy Garlic Butter Cajun Chicken Rotini in Alfredo Cream Sauce. A creamy, spicy one-pan pasta with crispy chicken and melty cheeses perfect for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing potluck.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 800
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb rotini pasta
  • 1.5 lbs thick-cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp minced fresh garlic
  • 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup Velveeta cheese cubes
  • 3/4 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Large, deep skillet
  • Tongs
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Chef's knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 to 9 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the pasta.
  2. Pat the chicken dry and coat with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to blend with the garlic butter. Add the cream cheese and Velveeta, stirring until melted and smooth.
  5. Stir in shredded white cheddar and grated Parmesan. Add reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Toss the cooked rotini in the sauce, ensuring all pasta is coated. Return the chicken to the skillet and warm for 1 minute.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 800kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 45gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is loved for its ease and irresistible flavor. A creamy, spicy one-pan pasta with crispy chicken and melty cheeses perfect for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing potluck!
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