Creamy Velveeta Rotini with Seared Garlic Chicken
Creamy Velveeta Rotini with Seared Garlic Chicken is a comforting and delightful dish that brings together tender chunks of chicken and rich, velvety cheese sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, easily satisfying both kids and adults alike. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal cleanup, you can enjoy this scrumptious meal in under 30 minutes. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or some warm garlic bread for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 16 oz rotini pasta
- 32 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chicken pieces with minced garlic and seasonings. Sear until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter, rotini pasta, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until pasta absorbs most broth (12-15 minutes).
- Lower heat; stir in cubed Velveeta and heavy cream until fully melted into a smooth sauce.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet; mix gently. Add shredded cheddar cheese until melted and season with salt as desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 100mg