Garlic Butter Chicken Rotini with Melted Mozzarella
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Garlic Butter Chicken Rotini with Melted Mozzarella, a delightful one-pot dish that’s perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights. Tender chicken is sautéed in rich garlic butter and combined with rotini pasta, all enveloped in a luscious sauce made from heavy cream and gooey melted cheeses. This comforting meal comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those looking to enjoy robust flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups rotini pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes. Stir in butter and minced garlic; remove from pan.
- In the same pan, bring chicken broth to a simmer. Stir in rotini pasta, cover, and cook for about 10-12 minutes until tender.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Velveeta, and Parmesan cheese until fully melted and creamy.
- Add cooked chicken back to the pan; mix well to combine.
- Top with mozzarella cheese, cover for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg