Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta is a delicious, creamy pasta dish bursting with bold Cajun flavor, combining tender chicken, bowtie pasta, and a silky garlic cheese sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound bowtie pasta
- 6 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss the cubed chicken with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the seasoned chicken cubes. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil or butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, whisking together. Allow to simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Add cooked pasta and seared chicken to the skillet with the garlic cheese sauce. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese and chopped green onions.
Notes
For dietary restrictions, substitute gluten-free pasta or dairy-free alternatives like coconut milk. Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg