Description
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta brings together bowtie noodles, pan-seared Cajun-spiced chicken, and a rich mozzarella cheese sauce for a flavorful, comforting dinner. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining, it’s a one-pan recipe that satisfies all your savory cravings.
Ingredients
2 cups bowtie pasta (farfalle)
2 chicken breasts
1 ½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup heavy cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (fresh or dried)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the bowtie pasta until al dente. Drain and toss lightly with butter or oil.
2. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with Cajun seasoning.
3. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and let rest.
4. In the same skillet, add more butter if needed, then sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Slowly whisk in mozzarella cheese until sauce is smooth.
6. Stir in cooked pasta and toss to coat in the cheese sauce.
7. Slice the rested chicken and serve over pasta. Garnish with parsley and black pepper.
Notes
Let the chicken rest after searing to keep it juicy when sliced.
Use freshly grated mozzarella for the best melt and texture.
For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne to the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: creamy cajun chicken pasta, mozzarella pasta, bowtie pasta dinner