Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini in Velveeta Cream Sauce
Cajun Garlic Chicken Rotini in Velveeta Cream Sauce is a vibrant, comforting dish that brings together the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning with the creamy goodness of Velveeta cheese. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this one-skillet meal is quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. The chicken is seasoned and seared to perfection, then combined with tender rotini pasta and a luscious cheese sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. With its kid-friendly appeal and versatility, you can easily customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the spice level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup whole milk
- Chopped parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini in boiling salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve some pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning and spices.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat; sear seasoned chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for 30 seconds, then add heavy cream and milk.
- Stir in Velveeta until melted; add mozzarella and Parmesan until creamy. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss cooked rotini in the cheese sauce; serve with chicken on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg