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Cheesy Garlic Chicken with Twisted Pasta

Creamy Cheesy Garlic Chicken with Twisted Pasta Delight

A cozy Cheesy Garlic Chicken with Twisted Pasta recipe packed with creamy flavors, perfect for family dinners or weeknight meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Twisted Pasta (Gemelli/Fusilli)
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 8 ounces Velveeta Cheese
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
For Seasoning
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper
For Garnish
  • Fresh Parsley or Chives Optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat. Add in the twisted pasta and cook until al dente, approximately 9–10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the cubed chicken breasts with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the seasoned chicken. Cook for about 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, then slowly pour in the whole milk, whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3–5 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low and add Velveeta cheese, stirring until melted. Follow with cream cheese, mixing till combined, then add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
  6. Add the cooked pasta and sautéed chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the cheese sauce. Use reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency if necessary.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives for added color and freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This creamy Cheesy Garlic Chicken with Twisted Pasta is a comforting dish that can be customized with your favorite veggies and spices. Perfect for family dinners and busy weeknights!

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