Creamy Cajun Chicken Rigatoni with Garlic Butter Sauce
Creamy Cajun Chicken Rigatoni with Garlic Butter Sauce is a comforting and indulgent dish, perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. This flavorful pasta combines tender chicken, rich cheeses, and a creamy garlic butter sauce, creating a delightful balance of flavors that will satisfy any palate. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this recipe is a go-to for those looking to impress without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing and simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup cubed Velveeta cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley or dried herbs, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning and sear in a skillet with olive oil and butter until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, then add heavy cream and chicken broth, whisking in cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in Velveeta cheese until melted, then combine with the rigatoni.
- Serve topped with Cajun chicken and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 705
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 865mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 170mg