Velveeta Chicken Penne in Creamy Mozzarella Garlic Cheese Sauce
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate cheesy comfort food with this Velveeta Chicken Penne in Creamy Mozzarella Garlic Cheese Sauce. Tender penne pasta is coated in a velvety, garlicky cheese sauce made from melty Velveeta and mozzarella, topped with juicy golden chicken slices. This easy dinner recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering a restaurant-worthy meal at home. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, quick comfort food, or creamy pasta inspiration, this dish hits all the right notes.
Equipment
- Large pot
- skillet
- Cutting Board and Knife
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 medium chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Rest, then slice into strips.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic in butter for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Velveeta and mozzarella cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and chicken to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Add a splash of milk when reheating to keep the sauce creamy. For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 720mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 10mg
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