Garlic Butter Chicken Rotini with Melted Mozzarella
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Garlic Butter Chicken Rotini with Melted Mozzarella, a delightful one-pot dish that brings together tender chicken, creamy cheese, and perfectly cooked rotini pasta. This recipe is not only quick and easy to make but also packed with flavor from garlic butter and Cajun seasoning, ensuring it will become a family favorite for busy weeknights or cozy dinners at home. With its melt-in-your-mouth mozzarella topping and customizable options for vegetables, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 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
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in butter and minced garlic until fragrant; then remove the chicken from the pan.
- Add chicken broth to the same pan and bring to a simmer. Stir in rotini pasta, cover, and cook until tender.
- Reduce heat and mix in heavy cream, Velveeta, and Parmesan until creamy.
- Return the chicken to the pan and stir well to combine with the sauce.
- Top with mozzarella cheese, cover for a few minutes to melt, then serve garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg