Description
This Creamy Cajun Chicken Twisted Pasta with Mozzarella Alfredo is a crave-worthy dinner that combines crispy, boldly seasoned chicken with creamy rotini smothered in a rich mozzarella Alfredo sauce. It’s a satisfying, spicy, and comforting dish that’s perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or Italian style)
2 eggs, beaten
8 ounces rotini pasta
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup heavy cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Slice chicken breasts lengthwise to form even cutlets. Rub both sides generously with Cajun seasoning.
2. Dip each piece into beaten eggs, then press into breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add a drizzle of oil. Pan-fry chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and let rest before slicing.
4. Cook rotini pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
5. In a separate saucepan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and bring to a light simmer.
6. Stir in shredded mozzarella and mix until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, stir in some reserved pasta water.
7. Toss cooked pasta in the Alfredo sauce.
8. Plate the pasta and top with sliced Cajun chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Make sure to press Cajun seasoning firmly into the chicken so it doesn’t flake off during frying.
Use freshly grated mozzarella for the smoothest sauce.
Reheat the pasta gently with a splash of milk or cream to keep the sauce from drying out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-fry, stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: cajun chicken pasta, mozzarella alfredo, creamy pasta