Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Velveeta Rotini Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Velveeta Rotini Alfredo, a dish designed to please both family and guests alike. This comforting meal features tender chicken sautéed to golden perfection, coated in a luscious, rich cheese sauce that clings beautifully to rotini pasta. With its delightful blend of garlic and Parmesan flavors, this dish is a deliciously satisfying option for busy weeknights or special gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up an impressive plate full of cheesy comfort that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Cajun seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
Instructions
- Cook rotini in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter; sear chicken seasoned with Cajun seasoning until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and milk; add Velveeta and stir until melted.
- Add Parmesan and mozzarella; simmer until thickened.
- Combine cooked rotini with sauce; toss gently to coat.
- Serve topped with seared chicken and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use fresh herbs like basil or thyme. Substitute rotini with your favorite pasta shape like penne or fusilli. To make it spicier, increase the Cajun seasoning according to your taste preference.