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Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini Skillet Easy Dinner Recipe

Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini Skillet

This Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini Skillet is the ultimate easy dinner recipe — creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold Cajun flavor. Juicy chicken, tender pasta, and a luscious garlic cheese sauce come together in one skillet for a comforting, family-friendly meal ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into chunks
  • 12 oz Rotini pasta Cooked al dente
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp Onion powder
  • Salt and pepper To taste
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Chicken broth Low sodium preferred
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
  • 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese Shredded
  • Fresh parsley For garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2–3 minutes.
  6. Add mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  7. Return the cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat everything evenly in the sauce.
  8. Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or Cajun spice if desired. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for the creamiest sauce. Adjust spice level by varying Cajun seasoning. To make it lighter, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. For extra color and nutrients, stir in spinach, bell peppers, or sun-dried tomatoes.