Spicy Garlic Chicken Penne in Velveeta Alfredo
Savor the creamy goodness of Spicy Garlic Chicken Penne in Velveeta Alfredo! Try this flavorful dish tonight for a satisfying meal experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 16 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (for extra heat)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in chicken broth according to package directions; drain and reserve 1 cup of broth.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté cubed chicken with minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until golden (about 6-8 minutes).
- Reduce heat to medium; add cooked penne, Velveeta cheese, heavy cream, shredded cheddar, and stir until melted. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved broth if needed.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg