Print

Creamy Chicken Rotini

A delightful dish that combines tender chicken breast with a rich and velvety cheese sauce, enveloping rotini pasta for a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 16 oz Velveeta cheese
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can of milk
  • 1 can of Rotel tomatoes
  • 1 box of rotini pasta
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • Optional spice (hot Rotel or cayenne pepper)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 7-10 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from heat and allow to rest.
  2. In a large pot, combine the Velveeta cheese, cream of chicken soup, milk, and Rotel tomatoes. Stir over medium heat until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Bring salted water to a boil in a separate pot and cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  4. Add the cooked chicken and drained pasta to the cheese sauce. Stir until the rotini is fully coated.
  5. Serve hot, garnishing with parsley, black pepper, or shredded cheese if desired.

Notes

For extra texture and flavor, consider adding sautéed bell peppers or fresh spinach into the cheese sauce. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days.

Nutrition