Description

This Cajun Chicken Rotini in Creamy Mozzarella Velveeta Sauce is a decadent and flavorful skillet-cooked pasta dish featuring tender, spiced chicken pieces enveloped in a rich, creamy cheese sauce made from Velveeta, mozzarella, and heavy cream. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, this recipe combines the zest of Cajun seasoning with the smoothness of a velvety cheese sauce to create a dish that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized cubes
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste

Pasta

12 oz rotini pasta

Sauce

1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp butter
½ cup reserved pasta water (as needed)

Garnish

1 tbsp chopped parsley

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes. Season generously with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to infuse the meat with bold flavors.
Sear the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a bit of oil. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
Make the Cheese Sauce: Return the skillet to medium heat. Add butter and allow it to melt. Pour in the heavy cream and warm it gently. Stir in the cubed Velveeta and shredded mozzarella cheese, stirring continuously until the cheeses melt completely and the sauce is smooth. Add reserved pasta water gradually if the sauce needs loosening.
Combine Pasta and Chicken: Add the drained rotini and cooked chicken back into the skillet with the cheese sauce. Gently toss to coat everything evenly. Let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld the flavors.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish for a fresh finish. Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy, spicy flavors.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, though the sauce will be less rich.
Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning according to your spice preference.
Reserve pasta water carefully; it helps adjust the sauce consistency without diluting the flavors.
Use fresh parsley for garnish to add a bright, herbal note.
The recipe works well with chicken thighs for a juicier texture or breasts for a leaner option.