Garlic Cajun Chicken Shells in Velveeta Cream Sauce
Garlic Cajun Chicken Shells in Velveeta Cream Sauce is a scrumptious dish that combines tender chicken and rich, creamy cheese sauce, offering a delightful blend of flavors that are sure to impress. This recipe is quick to prepare—perfect for busy weeknights or delightful family dinners. The unique combination of Cajun spices and garlic infuses the dish with a warm kick, while the Velveeta cream sauce envelops the shell pasta and chicken in creamy goodness. Whether served on special occasions or as an everyday meal, this dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz medium shell pasta
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Toss cubed chicken with olive oil and spices. Sauté in a skillet until golden brown and fully cooked; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic. Whisk in flour to create a roux, then gradually add milk and simmer until thickened.
- Stir in Velveeta and cream cheese until melted; mix in mozzarella and Parmesan until combined.
- Add chicken and pasta into the sauce, tossing gently until well coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg