Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Twisted Cheddar Pasta
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Twisted Cheddar Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that marries succulent chicken with rich, cheesy pasta for a meal that warms the heart and pleases the palate. This dish is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but also packed with a flavor explosion from garlic, butter, and a blend of delicious cheeses. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone craving more. With its creamy texture and mouthwatering taste, this recipe is destined to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken seasoned with Cajun spices until golden brown and cooked through (8-10 minutes). Remove chicken.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and bring to simmer.
- Stir in Velveeta until melted; then add cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan until the sauce is thickened. Adjust with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Combine cooked pasta with sauce and toss well. Serve topped with seared chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 150mg