Cheesy Garlic Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta
Cheesy Garlic Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta is a delightful and comforting dish that combines tender chicken with creamy cheese and zesty Cajun flavors, all enveloped in fun bowtie pasta. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at the table. The rich, savory notes of garlic and spices create a flavor explosion that both kids and adults will love. Add your favorite vegetables for a customizable experience that suits your taste!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 10 minutes. Reserve some pasta water, then drain.
- Toss cubed chicken with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Whisk in flour to make a roux, then gradually add milk while whisking until thickened.
- Stir in Velveeta and cream cheese until melted; then mix in mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Combine the cooked chicken and pasta with the sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg