CREAMY CHICKEN AND ROTINI IN CHEDDAR PARMESAN GARLIC SAUCE 🍗🧀🍝🧄

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CREAMY CHICKEN AND ROTINI IN CHEDDAR PARMESAN GARLIC SAUCE 🍗🧀🍝🧄

If you’re craving a rich, creamy, comfort-food dinner that feels restaurant-quality but is easy enough for a busy weeknight, this Creamy Chicken and Rotini in Cheddar Parmesan Garlic Sauce is about to become a new favorite. Every bite is loaded with tender, juicy chicken, perfectly cooked rotini pasta, and a luxuriously smooth cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar, nutty Parmesan, and plenty of garlic. This is the kind of meal that has everyone asking for seconds—and the recipe.

What makes this dish truly special is how the spirals of rotini grab onto the sauce, making sure every forkful is coated in cheesy, garlicky goodness. The combination of cheddar and Parmesan creates the perfect balance of bold flavor and creamy texture, while the garlic adds just enough depth to keep it from being too heavy. It’s cozy, indulgent, and incredibly satisfying—perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or when you just need a bowl of pure comfort.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

  • Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor
  • Ready in about 30 minutes
  • Uses simple, pantry-friendly ingredients
  • Kid-approved and adult-loved
  • Perfect for leftovers (if there are any!)

INGREDIENTS

  • 12 oz rotini pasta
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk (or half-and-half for extra creaminess)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: chopped parsley or red pepper flakes for garnish

HOW TO MAKE IT

  1. Cook the rotini in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  3. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  4. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly until smooth and thickened.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
  6. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  7. Add the cooked chicken and drained pasta, tossing until everything is evenly coated in sauce.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.

SERVING IDEAS

This creamy chicken pasta pairs perfectly with garlic bread, a crisp green salad, or roasted vegetables. It’s hearty enough to stand alone but versatile enough to fit into any dinner plan.

✨ This is the kind of recipe people save, share, and make again and again. If you love creamy pasta dishes, don’t scroll past—this one is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

đź’¬ Would you add broccoli, bacon, or keep it classic? Let me know below!

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