Cheesy Garlic Cajun Chicken Rotini in Velveeta Cream Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy delight of Cheesy Garlic Cajun Chicken Rotini in Velveeta Cream Sauce. This dish is a perfect blend of tender chicken, al dente rotini pasta, and a rich cream sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is not only comforting but also a crowd-pleaser. With just 30 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a flavorful meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ 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
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chopped chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in boiling salted water until al dente (9–10 minutes). Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder; sauté in olive oil until golden brown and cooked through (6–8 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Whisk in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth; simmer until slightly thickened (3–5 minutes).
- Stir in Velveeta, cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted.
- Toss cooked pasta and chicken into the sauce; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg