Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties

If Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties sounds like something you’d order at a cozy little restaurant and then immediately try to recreate at home… you’re my kind of person. And if your week has been one long blur of work, kids, errands, and “what’s for dinner?” panic—this pasta is here to save you.

It’s creamy like classic Alfredo, but with a Cajun kick that makes it feel fun and bold. Plus, we’re adding spiced ground beef, which means it’s hearty enough to satisfy everyone at the table (even the “I’m still hungry” crowd five minutes after dinner).

Why You’ll Love This Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties

• Fast comfort food: Weeknight-friendly, but tastes like you tried harder than you did.
• Cream cheese = silky magic: It melts into a rich, tangy sauce that clings to every bowtie.
• Spiced ground beef makes it a full meal: No side dish required (unless you’re feeling fancy).
• Customizable heat: Keep it mild or go full Cajun-fire, you choose.
• Great leftovers: The flavor gets even better the next day—like a pasta glow-up.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what makes Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef so craveable:

• Bowtie pasta (farfalle) – Those little folds trap the sauce like they were born for this job.
• Ground beef (85/15 is perfect) – Flavorful without turning your skillet into a grease pool.
• Cream cheese – The secret weapon for a smooth, tangy Alfredo base.
• Milk or half-and-half – Milk for lighter, half-and-half for richer (both are delicious).
• Parmesan (grated) – Salty, nutty, and the “Alfredo taste” your brain expects.
• Butter – For sautéing and adding richness (because butter understands the assignment).
• Garlic (minced) – Brings the whole thing to life in 30 seconds flat.
• Cajun seasoning – The main flavor builder: smoky, spicy, herby goodness.
• Salt & black pepper – Balances everything out.
• Red pepper flakes (optional) – For those of us who like our pasta with a little attitude.

Refer to the recipe card below for exact ingredient measurements and full nutritional information.

How to Make Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef

This is the kind of recipe that feels easy while you’re making it, and then everyone acts like you performed culinary sorcery. Let’s do it.

Step 1: Cook the pasta

Bring a big pot of salted water to a boil. Add your bowtie pasta and cook until al dente (you want a little bite).

Drain it, but save ½ cup of pasta water. That starchy water is like a “sauce emergency kit” if things get too thick later.

Step 2: Brown the spiced ground beef

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add the ground beef and break it up with a spatula.

Season with:

• half the Cajun seasoning
• salt and pepper
• a pinch of red pepper flakes (if you want extra heat)

Cook until browned and a little crispy on the edges (those crispy bits taste amazing). Remove the beef and set it aside. Leave the drippings behind—they’re flavor gold.

Step 3: Make the creamy Cajun Alfredo sauce

In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add another tablespoon of butter.

Add minced garlic and stir about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add the cream cheese and stir as it melts into the butter and garlic.

Slowly whisk in milk or half-and-half until the sauce turns smooth and creamy.

Step 4: Add Parmesan and finish seasoning

Stir in the Parmesan and the rest of your Cajun seasoning. Let it simmer 2–3 minutes until it thickens slightly.

Taste it. This is your moment:

• need more salt? add a pinch
• want it hotter? add a little more Cajun seasoning
• want it bolder? a bit more pepper wakes it up

Step 5: Combine everything

Add the cooked ground beef back into the skillet, then toss in the bowtie pasta.

Mix until every single bowtie is coated in that creamy sauce.

If it’s too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water a little at a time until it’s perfectly silky.

Step 6: Serve and garnish

Serve immediately while it’s hot and dreamy. Top with:

• extra Parmesan
• chopped parsley (optional, but cute)
• red pepper flakes for color and heat

Aneta’s Little Story From My Kitchen

The first time I made this, I was trying to solve a classic household mystery: how can everyone be starving at the same time, but want different things?

One person wanted pasta. Someone else wanted something “spicy but not too spicy.” And then there was the “I need protein or it doesn’t count as dinner” situation. So I threw together Cajun seasoning, cream cheese, and ground beef, crossed my fingers… and suddenly the kitchen smelled like the kind of place you’d happily wait 45 minutes for a table.

Now it’s one of my go-to meals when I need dinner to feel comforting and exciting—because plain pasta nights don’t always get applause, you know?

Cooking Tips (So It Turns Out Perfect Every Time)

• Don’t overcook the pasta. Bowties can go from “perfect” to “sad and floppy” quickly. Al dente is the goal.
• Soften the cream cheese first if you can. It melts faster and smoother. If you forget, no stress—just stir patiently.
• Whisk the milk in slowly. This helps prevent little cream cheese lumps. (But if you get a few? It’s fine. We call it “rustic.”)
• Use pasta water like a pro. It loosens thick sauce without watering it down.
• Want more veggies? Toss in spinach at the end, or sauté bell peppers with the beef for a Cajun vibe.
• Make it extra rich. Use half-and-half and a little extra Parmesan. Your sweatpants will understand.

FAQs About Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties

Your New Weeknight Hero

If your dinner routine needs a little spark (and your people need a meal they’ll actually get excited about), Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties is the answer. It’s creamy, bold, and just spicy enough to feel like a treat—without turning your kitchen into a full-time job.

Make it once, and I have a feeling it’ll slide right into your regular rotation… right next to “taco night” and “breakfast for dinner,” where all the best family meals live. Happy cooking!

Keep the Pasta Magic Going

If you loved the cozy, creamy vibe of this Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties dinner, here are a few more recipes you might want to try next (because one good meal always deserves a delicious “what’s next?”):

• Craving more Cajun comfort? Try Cajun Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake
• Want a lighter “same creamy family” dinner? Make Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
• Need a cozy bowl for busy nights? Grab a spoon for Creamy Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup
• Love bowties and big flavor? Don’t miss Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta

And if you make this recipe, I’d love to hear how it went—please leave a quick review and tap your star rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (even picky eaters can vote ) !

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