Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Rigatoni in Garlic Butter Sauce
Indulge in the comforting delight of Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Rigatoni in Garlic Butter Sauce—a creamy, luscious pasta dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines tender chicken strips with rigatoni pasta enveloped in a rich cheesy sauce, infused with aromatic garlic butter. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Add your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level for a personal touch. Whether it’s a family dinner or an intimate date night, this meal will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder. Cook in a skillet with olive oil and butter until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic before adding heavy cream and milk; bring to simmer.
- Stir in Velveeta and mozzarella until melted and smooth; season to taste.
- Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce until well coated.
- Serve with chicken on the side, garnished with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg