Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Cheesy Garlic Cajun Chicken Rotini in Velveeta Cream Sauce, a dish designed to impress. This flavorful recipe combines tender chicken seasoned with zesty Cajun spices and envelops it in a velvety cheese sauce that’s both comforting and satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pot wonder simplifies weeknight cooking while ensuring you’re still serving up a meal that feels special. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini in salted boiling water until al dente (9-10 minutes). Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the seasoned chicken in olive oil for 6-8 minutes until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Melt butter in the skillet, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1 minute.
- Whisk in flour to create a roux for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually pour in milk while whisking until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in Velveeta and cream cheese until melted; then add mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Combine cooked rotini and chicken into the sauce; toss well and adjust with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 615
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider including vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. If you prefer a different cheese flavor profile, swap out Velveeta for cheddar or Monterey Jack.