Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Twisted Cheddar Pasta
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Twisted Cheddar Pasta is a comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of seared chicken in garlic butter with cheesy twisted pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, this family-friendly meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The creamy sauce, infused with Cajun seasoning and three types of cheese, delivers an unforgettable flavor experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the spices to suit your palate.
- 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
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 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
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and sear until golden-brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about a minute. Stir in heavy cream and whole milk; bring to a simmer.
- Add Velveeta cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Then mix in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until thickened.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, using reserved pasta water as needed to adjust consistency.
- Serve topped with seared chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg