Velveeta Alfredo Chicken Rotini in Cajun Garlic Butter
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Velveeta Alfredo Chicken Rotini in Cajun Garlic Butter. This creamy pasta dish brings together tender chicken, rotini pasta, and a rich blend of Velveeta and mozzarella cheeses, all elevated by a hint of Cajun spice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s a quick 30-minute meal that promises to please everyone at your table. With its velvety texture and flavorful garlic butter sauce, this dish transforms ordinary ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chicken chunks in oil or butter until browned and cooked through (about 5–7 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Lower heat and add heavy cream and chicken broth to the same skillet. Stir in Velveeta until melted.
- Add mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Mix well until combined.
- Fold cooked rotini and sautéed chicken into the sauce until evenly coated. Heat through for an additional minute.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg