Name: Cajun Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bowtie Pasta with Three-Cheese Alfredo Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips; ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, for crusting the chicken; 2 ¼ tsp Cajun seasoning; ¾ tsp smoked paprika; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 18 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta; 6 tbsp unsalted butter, divided; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 2 ¼ cups heavy cream; 1 ⅛ cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 ⅛ cups grated Parmesan cheese, for the sauce; 3 oz cream cheese, softened; ¾ tsp Italian seasoning; ¾ tsp dried basil; ⅜ tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional; Chopped parsley or dried herbs, for garnish

Description

Indulge in the rich flavors of Cajun Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bowtie Pasta with Three-Cheese Alfredo Sauce. This delicious dish combines tender chicken infused with zesty Cajun spices, enveloped in a creamy three-cheese Alfredo sauce that creates a comforting and satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking less than 35 minutes from start to finish. You can easily customize it by adding seasonal vegetables or adjusting the spice levels to suit your taste. Get ready to impress your guests with this delightful pasta dish that brings a taste of the South straight to your table!

Ingredients

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3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, for crusting the chicken
2 ¼ tsp Cajun seasoning
¾ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
18 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
6 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 ¼ cups heavy cream
1 ⅛ cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 ⅛ cups grated Parmesan cheese, for the sauce
3 oz cream cheese, softened
¾ tsp Italian seasoning
¾ tsp dried basil
⅜ tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional
Chopped parsley or dried herbs, for garnish

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Instructions

Cook bowtie pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
Season sliced chicken with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; coat with grated Parmesan.
Sear chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through; add garlic during the last minute.
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté remaining garlic; stir in heavy cream and chicken broth to simmer.
Add softened cream cheese and cheeses, stirring until smooth; season with Italian herbs and red pepper flakes.
Combine drained pasta with sauce in the skillet; toss to coat.
Serve topped with garlic-Parmesan chicken and garnish with parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet Cooking
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
Calories: 650
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 150mg