Description

If you’re craving a cozy, restaurant-style dinner at home, this *Creamy Cajun Chicken Twisted Pasta with Mozzarella Alfredo* is the answer. Juicy Cajun-spiced chicken, perfectly crisp on the outside, rests on a bed of rich, velvety Alfredo pasta made with fresh mozzarella and parmesan. This easy recipe hits all the marks for a quick dinner idea, indulgent comfort food, and a fun twist on a classic. Whether you’re hunting for bold dinner ideas or creamy pasta recipes, this one’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for both weeknights and special occasions.

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs

1 cup panko breadcrumbs

12 ounces rotini pasta

2 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 ½ cups heavy cream

1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup grated parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Vegetable oil, for pan-frying

Instructions

1. Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thin cutlets. Season both sides generously with Cajun seasoning.

2. Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs. Set aside.

3. Heat a large skillet with oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

4. Meanwhile, boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

5. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Pour in cream and simmer for 3–4 minutes.

6. Add mozzarella and parmesan to the cream, stirring until completely melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

7. Add drained pasta into the Alfredo sauce and toss to coat evenly over low heat.

8. Slice the cooked chicken into strips and plate over the creamy pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Use freshly shredded mozzarella and parmesan for a smooth, creamy sauce.

Let the chicken rest after frying to keep it juicy and crisp.

Add a splash of pasta water to the sauce if it gets too thick when mixing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American, Cajun

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 780
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 920mg
Fat: 44g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 45g
Cholesterol: 165mg

Keywords: easy dinner, creamy pasta, chicken Alfredo, Cajun pasta, food ideas