Description
Discover the mouthwatering delight of Creamy Cajun Chicken Rigatoni with Garlic Butter Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and creamy textures. This recipe features tender chicken bathed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, complemented by the boldness of Cajun spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this flavorful pasta dish is sure to impress your family and friends. With easy-to-follow steps, you can create a satisfying meal in just 30-35 minutes. Serve it with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete dining experience that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thick bite-sized chunks
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups cubed Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Chopped parsley or dried herbs, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni until al dente; reserve pasta water, then drain.
- Sear seasoned chicken in olive oil with garlic and butter until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, prepare garlic butter sauce by combining remaining ingredients until smooth.
- Stir pasta into the sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Serve plated with chicken on top and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing and simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg