Description
Indulge in the comforting and flavorful Cheesy Garlic Cajun Chicken Rotini in Velveeta Cream Sauce. This decadent dish combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked rotini, and a rich, creamy sauce infused with zesty Cajun seasoning and garlic. Perfect for family dinners or as a satisfying weeknight meal, this recipe is quick to prepare, coming together in just 30 minutes. With a delightful blend of cheeses creating a velvety texture, every bite is a delicious explosion of flavor. Customize it with your favorite veggies or adjust the spice level to suit your taste—this versatile dish will surely become a go-to favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or chopped chives, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Cook rotini in salted boiling water until al dente (9-10 minutes). Reserve ½ cup pasta water; drain and set aside.
- 2. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder. Cook in olive oil over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- 3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add flour to create a roux, then gradually whisk in milk until thickened.
- 4. Stir in Velveeta and cream cheese until melted; add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- 5. Combine cooked rotini and chicken with the sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 120mg