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Cajun Chicken Rotini in Creamy Mozzarella Velveeta Sauce

Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef


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  • Author: Mia Park
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4–6 servings

Description

This Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef is a rich and creamy pasta recipe loaded with bold Cajun flavors, spiced ground beef, and velvety Alfredo sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or comfort food craving. A cheesy and spicy bowtie pasta recipe you’ll want to make again and again.


Ingredients

12 oz bowtie pasta

1 lb ground beef

4 oz cream cheese

1 cup heavy cream

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon olive oil


Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart. Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until fully browned, then drain any excess fat and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the cream cheese and let it melt. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously to create a smooth sauce.

4. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

5. Add the cooked bowtie pasta and browned ground beef to the sauce. Toss gently to combine and coat everything evenly.

6. Let the pasta rest for a couple of minutes to thicken slightly, then serve hot. Garnish with extra Parmesan and a pinch of Cajun seasoning if desired.

Notes

This recipe makes enough to serve a family of 4–6 people.

For a lighter version, you can substitute ground turkey or chicken.

To reheat, add a splash of cream or milk and warm gently on the stovetop or microwave.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American, Cajun

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 34g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg