Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Twisted Cheddar Pasta
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Twisted Cheddar Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken and twisted pasta in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this meal is not only quick to prepare but also a sure crowd-pleaser. Packed with garlic flavor and cheesy goodness, it’s an indulgence that satisfies both adults and kids alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Seasonings: Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken pieces seasoned with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until golden brown.
- Reduce heat to medium; melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and whole milk; simmer gently.
- Stir in Velveeta until melted, then mix in cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses until the sauce is thick and creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve topped with seared chicken and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg