Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Creamy Parmesan Chicken with Twisted Pasta and Garlic Sauce. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked twisted pasta, and a luscious cheese sauce that will have your family asking for seconds. With its quick preparation time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The Cajun-seasoned chicken adds a burst of flavor, while the garlic-infused cream sauce envelops every twist of pasta. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Cajun seasoning and salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the twisted pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Toss chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder.
- In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown; keep warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream and milk. Simmer gently.
- Stir in cheeses until melted and smooth, then mix in cooked pasta to coat.
- Serve with seared chicken on top, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (355g)
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 712mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 144mg