Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini in Velveeta Cream Sauce
Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini in Velveeta Cream Sauce is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings the perfect blend of creaminess and spice to your dinner table. This one-pot wonder features tender chicken, spiraled rotini pasta, and a rich Velveeta cheese sauce that envelops every bite. Ideal for busy weeknights, this meal can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it a favorite among families.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes), reserving some pasta water before draining.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in olive oil and butter until golden-brown and cooked through.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream, milk, and Velveeta cheese; stir until melted.
- Mix in mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until smooth. Add reserved pasta water if needed to adjust sauce consistency.
- Combine cooked rotini with the sauce; return seared chicken to the skillet or serve separately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg