Ingredients
- 1 pound twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta until al dente, drain it, and set aside.
- Toss chicken cubes with olive oil and Cajun seasoning; cook in a skillet until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour followed by milk and cream; simmer until thickened.
- Stir in cheeses until melted; combine with pasta and chicken.
- Transfer to a serving dish, broil for a few minutes until bubbly, garnish with chives, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. If you prefer a vegetarian option, replace chicken with sautéed mushrooms or beans. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.