Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Velveeta Rotini Alfredo, a deliciously creamy pasta dish that is sure to become a family favorite. This recipe features tender chicken pieces sautéed to perfection and tossed with rotini pasta in a rich, cheesy Alfredo sauce. Enhanced by the flavors of garlic and Parmesan, this hearty meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With minimal cleanup required thanks to one-pan cooking, you can enjoy this satisfying dish in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rotini in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter; season chicken with spices and sear until golden-brown.
- Sauté minced garlic; add heavy cream and milk, stirring in Velveeta until melted.
- Incorporate mozzarella and Parmesan, simmering until thickened.
- Toss cooked rotini in the sauce; top with chicken and garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 29g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 160mg