Description
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Velveeta Rotini Alfredo—a delightful dish that transforms any meal into a special occasion. This recipe combines tender chicken and rotini pasta enveloped in a rich, cheesy sauce, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this satisfying dish is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Whether served on its own or as part of a larger feast, this Garlic Parmesan Chicken will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken seasoned with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and milk; stir in Velveeta until melted.
- Mix in mozzarella and Parmesan, simmering until thickened (3-5 minutes). Season to taste. Adjust sauce with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Combine cooked rotini with the sauce and gently toss to coat before serving topped with chicken and garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet and boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg