Description
Indulge in a deliciously creamy and flavorful experience with our Creamy Cajun Chicken Rotini with Velveeta Parmesan Sauce. This hearty dish features tender chicken seared to perfection, tossed with rotini pasta and enveloped in a rich, cheesy sauce that combines the smoothness of Velveeta with the depth of Parmesan and the zesty kick of Cajun seasoning. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for satisfying cravings without spending hours in the kitchen. Your family will be asking for seconds as they enjoy the delightful blend of flavors and textures in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter (for searing)
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp butter (for sauce)
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Velveeta, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken with Cajun spices and sear until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove chicken from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter; sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, milk, and cream cheese until smooth. Add Velveeta; stir until melted.
- Combine cooked rotini in the sauce, folding gently to coat evenly.
- Serve with seared chicken on top and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 810
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 180mg