Velveeta Cheesy Chicken Skillet
Master the art of quick, creamy comfort food with the ultimate Velveeta Cheesy Chicken Skillet! This one-pan wonder pairs tender bite-sized chicken, rich Velveeta cheese, and savory seasonings with perfectly cooked elbow macaroni for a dish that’s as easy as it is indulgent. A medley of vibrant frozen vegetables adds a nutritious pop of color and flavor, while diced tomatoes and fresh parsley offer optional garnishes to elevate the presentation. Ready in just 35 minutes, this hearty, family-friendly meal is perfect for busy weeknights and delivers a crowd-pleasing combination of cheesy goodness and wholesome ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 0.5 cup diced tomatoes (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season them with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
Add the uncooked elbow macaroni to the skillet, stir, and cover with a lid. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the Velveeta cheese cubes. Continue stirring until the cheese has melted into a creamy sauce.
Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, along with the frozen mixed vegetables. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are heated through.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish with diced tomatoes and fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.3 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.9 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 492 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 5243 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 246.3 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.3 g | ||
| Protein | 219.1 g | 438% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1341 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 3727 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
