Description

Creamy, cheesy, and bursting with garlicky goodness, this Chicken Creamy Velveeta Bowtie Pasta with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce is a weeknight dinner dream. With juicy chicken, velvety Velveeta, and stretchy mozzarella, this recipe delivers serious comfort in every bite. Perfect for anyone hunting for easy dinner ideas, quick pasta recipes, or family-friendly meals that feel indulgent yet approachable. If you’re looking for that next comfort food favorite to add to your rotation, this one’s rich, satisfying, and made with simple ingredients you likely already have.

Ingredients

12 oz bowtie pasta

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp paprika

2 cloves garlic minced

1 cup heavy cream

8 oz Velveeta cheese cubed

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook bowtie pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.

2. Cut chicken into bite-sized cubes and season with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

3. Heat a skillet over medium-high and cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, lower heat to medium and add garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Velveeta and mozzarella, stirring until fully melted and smooth.

6. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and stir to coat. Use reserved pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.

7. Return the chicken to the pan and combine.

8. Serve warm, garnished with parsley and black pepper.

Notes

Use freshly shredded mozzarella for better melt and texture.

Don’t boil the sauce — simmer gently to avoid cheese separation.

To make ahead, cook pasta and chicken separately and assemble before serving.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (¼ of recipe)
Calories: 560
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 880mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: creamy pasta, velveeta chicken pasta, easy dinner, mozzarella sauce