Cheesy Cajun Chicken Twisted Pasta with Italian Herb Alfredo Sauce

Indulge in a creamy, flavorful pasta dish that perfectly balances spicy Cajun chicken with a rich Italian herb Alfredo sauce. Twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli) captures every bit of the luscious sauce, making each bite irresistible. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend treat!

Ingredients

For the Cajun Chicken:

1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

½ tsp smoked paprika

Salt & black pepper, to taste

For the Twisted Pasta & Italian Herb Alfredo Sauce:

12 oz twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli)

2 tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

2 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup shredded mozzarella

½ cup grated Parmesan

1 tsp Italian seasoning (basil, oregano, thyme)

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra spice)

½ cup reserved pasta water (if needed to loosen sauce)

Optional Garnish:

Fresh parsley or basil

Extra Parmesan

A sprinkle of Cajun seasoning

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Pasta