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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Cheesy Penne and Parmesan Sauce

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Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Cheesy Penne and Parmesan Sauce. This delightful dish features tender chicken strips enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce, complemented by cheesy penne pasta. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, it transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying meal that’s both comforting and impressive. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this one-pan wonder that promises to please everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; cook chicken until golden-brown (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium; add butter and minced garlic, stirring until fragrant.
  5. Pour in heavy cream; stir until warm. Add Velveeta cheese cubes and mix until melted.
  6. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until thickened; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Mix in cooked penne until well coated; simmer for an additional minute.
  8. Serve hot with chicken either mixed in or on the side.

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