Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Rigatoni in Garlic Butter Sauce
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Rigatoni in Garlic Butter Sauce, a dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. This delightful recipe features tender chicken coated in a rich and velvety cheese sauce that hugs each piece of rigatoni. With a hint of garlic and the warm essence of butter, this meal is not only quick to prepare but also satisfying enough to please even the pickiest eaters. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a delicious dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté in olive oil and butter until golden brown. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic in butter until fragrant. Add heavy cream and milk; bring to simmer.
- Stir in Velveeta until melted, then add mozzarella and Parmesan until the sauce thickens.
- Toss rigatoni with the sauce and serve with seared chicken on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg