Creamy Velveeta Rotini with Seared Garlic Chicken
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Creamy Velveeta Rotini with Seared Garlic Chicken, a perfect dish for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This flavorful pasta combines tender chicken seared with aromatic garlic and enveloped in a rich, cheesy sauce made with Velveeta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (32 ounce) block Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt, pepper, and seasonings
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet. Sear the chicken with garlic and spices until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, cook rotini in chicken broth until al dente.
- Stir in cubed Velveeta and cream until melted and smooth.
- Add the seared chicken back to the skillet, mix well, and season to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped chives if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg