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Garlic Cajun Chicken Shells in Velveeta Cream Sauce

Garlic Cajun Chicken Shells in Velveeta Cream Sauce
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Garlic Cajun Chicken Shells in Velveeta Cream Sauce is a delightful culinary experience that merges bold Cajun flavors with a creamy, cheesy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish features tender chicken enveloped in a rich cheese blend and seasoned with aromatic spices. The medium shell pasta acts as the perfect vessel for this luscious sauce, ensuring that every bite is full of flavor. Quick to prepare, this recipe is both family-friendly and customizable, allowing you to add your favorite vegetables or tweak the spices to suit your taste. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a comforting meal that will impress everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 12 oz medium shell pasta
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz Velveeta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. Toss chicken cubes with olive oil and Cajun seasoning until well coated.
  3. In a skillet, cook the seasoned chicken until golden brown and fully cooked; set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, then whisk in flour to create a roux.
  5. Gradually add milk while whisking, then stir in Velveeta and mozzarella until melted.
  6. Combine cooked chicken and pasta with the sauce; mix until well-coated.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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