Easy Creamy Velveeta Chicken Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce
Dive into this rich and creamy Easy Creamy Velveeta Chicken Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce, your next go-to for quick comfort food. This family-friendly recipe combines tender chicken, smooth Velveeta cheese, and bowtie pasta in a garlic mozzarella sauce that’s indulgently satisfying. Perfect for a quick dinner, weekend treat, or cozy meal prep, this dish is packed with flavor and ready in under 40 minutes. Whether you're hunting for easy dinner recipes, creamy pasta ideas, or hearty food ideas, this one checks every box!
Equipment
- Large pot
- Skillet
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 227 g bowtie pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 500 g boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook bowtie pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and slice.
- Lower heat. Add garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, then add Velveeta cubes. Stir until melted.
- Mix in mozzarella until sauce is smooth and stretchy.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and stir to coat.
- Plate pasta, top with chicken, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Add a splash of milk or cream when reheating to maintain creamy consistency.
Swap Velveeta with cheddar or Colby Jack for a different cheese flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 670kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 920mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2.5mg
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