Description
Cheesy Rotini Alfredo with Garlic Chicken Strips is a delightful and creamy pasta dish that will impress your family and friends alike. This recipe features tender rotini pasta enveloped in a rich Alfredo sauce, complemented by perfectly seasoned garlic chicken strips. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. With its delicious blend of flavors and creamy texture, it promises to be a hit at your dining table. Enjoy the comfort of homemade Alfredo sauce paired with juicy chicken for a meal that’s sure to become a favorite.
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
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Boil rotini in salted water until al dente (about 8–10 minutes). Reserve 2 tablespoons of pasta water, then drain.
- Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat; sear chicken strips until golden brown (3–4 minutes per side).
- Reduce heat; add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and milk; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Velveeta cubes, stirring until melted. Incorporate mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Toss cooked rotini in the sauce until well coated. Serve topped with chicken strips and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 135mg