Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Garlic Butter Rotisserie Chicken Macaroni, a dish that brings together tender elbow macaroni, juicy rotisserie chicken, and a rich, creamy cheese sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, providing hearty satisfaction with every bite. The savory garlic butter and a hint of Cajun seasoning elevate this classic comfort food to a new level of deliciousness. Best of all, it’s made in one pan, making cleanup a breeze!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz elbow macaroni
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until tender; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt olive oil and butter; sauté garlic until fragrant. Add shredded chicken and seasonings; heat through.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter; stir in cream and cheeses until smooth.
- Combine cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and chicken mixture; toss gently to coat.
- Serve hot with optional chopped parsley on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg