Description
This Creamy Cajun Chicken Twisted Pasta with Mozzarella Alfredo is truly a dish that stands out.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- Water and salt for boiling
Instructions
- Begin by placing your chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them until they are of an even thickness, about ½ inch thick. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper, and then rub the Cajun seasoning into the meat for a full flavor.
- In a shallow dish, whisk the egg until it’s well combined. In another bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, and a little salt and pepper. Dip the chicken first in the egg, then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the breaded chicken breasts. Cook for about 4–5 minutes per side or until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add salt. Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions, about 8–10 minutes. Reserve half a cup of the pasta water before draining it.
- In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about one minute. Slowly pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine, and then add the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir to achieve a smooth sauce, seasoning with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Toss the drained rotini pasta in the creamy Alfredo sauce, adding reserved pasta water gradually until achieving desired consistency. Slice the rested chicken and serve it over the pasta, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For more flavor, marinate the chicken in Cajun seasoning for a few hours before cooking. Ensure to constantly stir the cheese into the cream over low heat to prevent it from curdling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 684 kcal
- Sodium: 612 mg
- Protein: 38 g