Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Garlic Cajun Chicken Shells in Velveeta Cream Sauce, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with creamy, cheesy goodness. This quick-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, delivering a delightful balance of spice and creaminess that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz medium shell pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Toss chicken cubes with olive oil and Cajun seasoning; sauté in a skillet until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic before whisking in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk while whisking; allow sauce to thicken before incorporating cheeses until melted.
- Combine cooked chicken and pasta with the sauce; stir until well mixed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg