Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cheesy Garlic Chicken with Twisted Pasta in Velveeta Cream Sauce, a dish that brings comfort and flavor to your table. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe features tender chicken coated in a rich, cheesy sauce paired with delightful twisted pasta. The bold flavor from Cajun seasoning and garlic elevates each bite, making it a favorite for all ages. Plus, it reheats beautifully, so you can enjoy leftovers throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 12 oz twisted pasta (gemelli, fusilli, or any spiral-shaped pasta)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 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 freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the twisted pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (9-10 minutes). Reserve some pasta water, then drain.
- Toss chicken cubes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Sauté seasoned chicken in a skillet until browned and cooked through (6-8 minutes).
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic; whisk in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened; stir in Velveeta and cream cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta and chicken into the sauce; toss gently to coat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg