Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken and Rotini with Mozzarella Alfredo is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with rich, cheesy rotini pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe features a delightful blend of garlic, Cajun seasoning, and creamy cheeses, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Whether you’re serving it to family or friends, this dish is sure to impress with its satisfying textures and heartwarming taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 10 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
- Season chicken with Cajun and Italian seasoning. Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Lower heat; add butter and minced garlic to the skillet for 1 minute.
- Stir in heavy cream, then add Velveeta and other cheeses until melted and smooth. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Toss cooked rotini in the sauce until evenly coated; simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg