Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Rigatoni in Garlic Butter Sauce
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Rigatoni in Garlic Butter Sauce, a dish designed to impress while being incredibly easy to prepare. This delightful pasta is coated in a rich, garlicky sauce and topped with tender chicken strips, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that will have your family and friends asking for seconds. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or substitute the chicken for turkey or beef to suit your tastes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and sauté garlic in butter for one minute. Add heavy cream and milk, bringing to a simmer.
- Stir in Velveeta until melted, then add mozzarella and Parmesan until combined into a smooth sauce. Season as desired.
- Toss drained rigatoni into the sauce until well-coated before serving alongside seared chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (330g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 140mg