Description
A flavor-packed weeknight dinner with seared Cajun-spiced chicken, creamy mozzarella cheese sauce, and tender bowtie pasta. This comforting and bold pasta dish is perfect for family meals or casual guests, delivering both richness and a spicy kick in every bite.
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts or 1 lb chicken tenderloins
8 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (fresh or dried)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and rest before slicing.
4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, whisking until the sauce is smooth.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
8. Slice the chicken and arrange over the pasta. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for a smoother sauce—pre-shredded cheese may clump due to anti-caking agents.
Let the chicken rest before slicing to retain its juices and tenderness.
Add extra Cajun seasoning or cayenne for a spicier kick if you love heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Cajun fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
Keywords: creamy cajun chicken pasta, bowtie mozzarella chicken pasta