Description

Looking for the ultimate creamy chicken pasta? This Cheesy Velveeta Chicken Twisted Pasta with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce delivers everything you want in comfort food: tender bites of golden-seared chicken, cheesy rotini coated in melty Velveeta, and a luxurious garlic cream sauce made with fresh mozzarella. It’s one of those easy pasta recipes that feels indulgent but is perfect for a quick dinner. This one’s ideal for family meals, weekend cravings, or delicious dinner ideas that guarantee clean plates.

Ingredients

12 ounces rotini pasta

1 pound chicken breast, cubed

6 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup heavy cream

3 tablespoons butter

1/2 cup milk

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter and sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Set aside.

3. In a saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter with milk. Add Velveeta and stir until smooth. Toss in the cooked pasta and coat well.

4. In a separate pan, melt 1 tablespoon butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.

5. Add heavy cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Stir in mozzarella until melted and creamy.

6. Arrange pasta on a platter. Add seared chicken and drizzle with mozzarella garlic sauce.

7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Reheat gently with extra milk or cream to maintain the creamy texture.

Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or swap chicken for shrimp for variety.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 670
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 21g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 130mg

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