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Creamy Alfredo Chicken Rotini with Cajun Butter Drizzle

Creamy Alfredo Chicken Rotini with Cajun Butter Drizzle
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Creamy Alfredo Chicken Rotini with Cajun Butter Drizzle is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken and rich Alfredo sauce with a zesty twist of Cajun flavor. This delightful dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, ready in just 30 minutes. The creamy texture of the cheese sauce beautifully coats the rotini pasta, while the spicy butter drizzle adds a burst of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (9-11 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear seasoned chicken strips for 8-10 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
  3. In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter. Sauté minced garlic, then add heavy cream and milk, stirring in cheeses until melted and smooth.
  4. Toss cooked rotini into the Alfredo sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
  5. Prepare the Cajun butter drizzle by melting remaining butter and mixing in Cajun seasoning.
  6. Serve the cheesy rotini topped with chicken and drizzle with Cajun butter.

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