Velveeta Chicken
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy, flavorful Velveeta Chicken recipe! Tender, seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection before being nestled in a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from melted Velveeta, savory chicken broth, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies. This one-pan wonder comes together in just 45 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. The sauce clings beautifully to rice, pasta, or roasted veggies, creating a hearty, satisfying meal the whole family will love. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and enjoy every cheesy, decadent bite of this crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 16 ounces Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 can Diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add chicken broth and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Stir well to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cubed Velveeta cheese. Stir constantly until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the cheesy sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot over rice, pasta, or alongside steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1478 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.9 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.1 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 213 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 7999 mg | 348% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g | ||
| Protein | 77.4 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2224 mg | 171% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2170 mg | 46% | |
*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.
