Chicken Creamy Velveeta Bowtie Pasta with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce
Chicken Creamy Velveeta Bowtie Pasta with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This dish features perfectly cooked bowtie pasta enveloped in a velvety, cheesy sauce, complemented by tender chicken and aromatic garlic. The rich flavors come together to create a delightful experience that’s both comforting and indulgent. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe will impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add bowtie pasta, and cook until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- 3. Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- 4. Add cheeses: Stir in Velveeta until melted, then add mozzarella gradually while stirring.
- 5. Combine: Return cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet; mix until well-coated with sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 105mg