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Creamy Velveeta Chicken Penne in Garlic Butter Parmesan Sauce

Get ready to indulge in a comforting, cheesy pasta dish that’s both easy and irresistible. Creamy Velveeta Chicken Penne in Garlic Butter Parmesan Sauce features juicy golden chicken, tender penne pasta, and a rich, garlicky cheese sauce that hugs every bite. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, quick weeknight meal, or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort. This dish is the ultimate in comfort food, combining flavors that will make it an instant favorite for pasta lovers. Ideal for anyone searching for easy dinner ideas, creamy pasta recipes, or comforting family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Large pot
  • Knife and cutting board

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • Cook penne pasta according to package instructions; reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  • Stir in heavy cream and Velveeta cheese cubes until melted and smooth.
  • Add Parmesan cheese and a splash of reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  • Toss pasta in the sauce and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  • Slice chicken and place on top of pasta. Garnish with extra Parmesan and dried parsley if desired.

Notes

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a subtle spicy kick.
Reheat leftovers with a splash of milk or cream to restore creaminess.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 32gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 680mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 22IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg
Keyword chicken pasta, Comfort Food, creamy pasta, easy dinner, weeknight meal
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