Name: Cheesy Rotini Alfredo with Garlic Chicken Strips
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 12 oz rotini pasta; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 cup whole milk; 6 oz Velveeta cheese; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1 tsp garlic powder; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 4 cloves garlic, finely minced; 2 tbsp reserved pasta water, optional; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Cheesy Rotini Alfredo with Garlic Chicken Strips

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Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cheesy Rotini Alfredo with Garlic Chicken Strips, a delightful dish that transforms your meal into a comforting experience. This quick and easy recipe features tender rotini pasta enveloped in a rich sauce made from a blend of Velveeta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. Topped with succulent garlic-seasoned chicken strips, this dish is perfect for family dinners or special gatherings. In under 40 minutes, you can serve up a satisfying meal that pleases even the pickiest eaters. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins to make it truly unique.

Author: Ava
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Main
Method: Searing, Boiling
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
12 oz rotini pasta
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
6 oz Velveeta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 tbsp reserved pasta water, optional
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Boil rotini in salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 2 tablespoons of pasta water before draining.
Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Sear chicken in olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until golden (about 8-9 minutes total). Keep warm.
In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in remaining butter for 30 seconds.
Pour in heavy cream and milk; add Velveeta cheese and stir until melted.
Mix in mozzarella and Parmesan until creamy. Add reserved pasta water if needed.
Toss cooked rotini into the sauce until well coated.
Serve topped with garlic chicken strips and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (375g)
Calories: 650
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 100mg

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