Description
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Cheesy Garlic Cajun Chicken Rotini in Velveeta Cream Sauce, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, flavorful Cajun spices, and rich cheeses for a satisfying meal any night of the week. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this one-pot recipe is not only easy to prepare but also delivers a mouthwatering flavor that will impress everyone at your table. With minimal effort required, you can enjoy a hearty bowl of cheesy goodness that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook 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 with olive oil, sauté seasoned chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Whisk in flour to form a roux.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened (3-5 minutes). Stir in Velveeta and cream cheese until melted.
- Mix in mozzarella and Parmesan until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooked rotini and chicken in the sauce; toss well to coat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg