Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rotini (Print Version)
Juicy chicken bites and cheesy rotini come together in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce for easy family dinners.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Bites
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1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tsp Cajun seasoning
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
→ Creamy Rotini
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1 lb rotini pasta
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4 tbsp butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups heavy cream
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup milk (optional, to loosen the sauce)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Chopped chives for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
In a large mixing bowl, toss cubed chicken with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan. Mix to coat well, then add the flour and toss again.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken in a single layer, cooking 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Cook in batches if needed. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
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In a large pot, cook rotini in salted boiling water until al dente, following package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Using the skillet from the chicken, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add heavy cream and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir occasionally and let it gently simmer.
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Lower heat and stir in mozzarella and remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan until melted and smooth. Adjust thickness with milk, if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Add cooked rotini to the skillet, stirring to coat the pasta evenly with sauce.
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Serve rotini topped with chicken bites. Garnish with extra Parmesan and chopped chives, if desired.