Description

Creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor—this Easy Velveeta Chicken Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce brings together golden-seared chicken, tender bowtie pasta, and a velvety cheese sauce loaded with garlic and herbs. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, it’s a weeknight comfort food you’ll want to make again and again.

Ingredients

2 cups bowtie (farfalle) pasta

1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream or half & half

8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden and fully cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. Lower the heat to medium. Melt butter in the same skillet, then add minced garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

4. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 1 minute. Stir in Velveeta cubes and shredded mozzarella until fully melted and smooth.

5. Return the cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated in the sauce. Let simmer for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Make sure to cut the chicken evenly to ensure quick, even cooking.

If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of cream or milk when reheating.

You can easily customize this dish with vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Pasta
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 620
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 140mg

Keywords: creamy pasta, bowtie pasta, Velveeta, garlic mozzarella, chicken pasta