Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Velveeta Rotini Alfredo, a comforting dish that brings together tender chicken and delightful rotini pasta enveloped in a rich, cheesy sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering a burst of flavor and satisfying texture that will impress family and friends alike. Made with accessible ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have this delicious meal ready on the table in just 30 minutes. Elevate your dinner experience tonight with this easy-to-make comfort food that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rotini in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
- Sear chicken in olive oil and butter seasoned with Cajun seasoning until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic and melt butter; add cream and milk. Stir in Velveeta until smooth.
- Mix in Parmesan and mozzarella; simmer until thickened. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss cooked rotini in the sauce to coat evenly.
- Serve topped with garlic parmesan chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 180mg