Description
Creamy Cajun White Cheddar Chicken Rotini is a delightful fusion of rich white cheddar and zesty Cajun spices, perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. This comforting pasta dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Optional: Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add cooked chicken, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle boil, then add uncooked rotini pasta. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in shredded white cheddar cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Serve in bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg