Creamy Velveeta Chicken Penne in Garlic Butter Parmesan Sauce
Indulge in the comfort of Creamy Velveeta Chicken Penne in Garlic Butter Parmesan Sauce. This delightful dish features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce, perfectly coating penne pasta with a hint of garlic and buttery goodness. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite that satisfies cravings for creamy and savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by dicing chicken and mincing garlic. Cook penne according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and Velveeta cheese, allowing it to melt into a smooth sauce. Mix in grated Parmesan until fully blended.
- Add cooked penne and reserved chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 125mg