Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Velveeta Rotini Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy delight of Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Velveeta Rotini Alfredo. This comforting dish features tender chicken pieces sautéed to perfection and enveloped in a rich, velvety cheese sauce that clings to rotini pasta. With its harmonious blend of garlic and Parmesan flavors, this meal is not only a hit for family dinners but also perfect for entertaining guests. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy go-to recipe that even picky eaters will love. Serve it garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan for a truly satisfying dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thick bite-sized pieces
- 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
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for sauce)
- 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
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken pieces and cook until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and milk; stir well.
- Add Velveeta cubes and mix until melted. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until the sauce thickens.
- Combine the cooked rotini with the sauce; toss gently to coat.
- Serve topped with garlic Parmesan chicken and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 145mg