Description
Creamy Velveeta Rotini with Cajun Garlic Chicken Strips is a comforting and flavorful dish thatโs sure to become a family favorite. This recipe features tender chicken strips seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, paired with creamy Velveeta and mozzarella sauce enveloping perfectly cooked rotini pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, itโs an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or relaxed weekend gatherings. The combination of cheesy goodness and spicy kick makes this dish both satisfying and deliciousโperfect for kids and adults alike. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the spice level to suit your taste.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- 1. Cook rotini in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water.
- 2. Sear chicken strips in olive oil, seasoned with Cajun spices, until golden brown.
- 3. In the same skillet, create a creamy sauce by combining butter, garlic, heavy cream, and milk.
- 4. Stir in Velveeta and mozzarella until melted; add cooked rotini.
- 5. Toss until well combined and serve topped with chicken strips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing and Saucing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, include vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning used.