Description
Garlic Cajun Chicken Cheesy Rigatoni in Velveeta Cream Sauce is a heavenly dish that brings together the best of creamy, cheesy goodness and bold Cajun flavors. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe features tender chicken sautéed with aromatic spices, combined with al dente rigatoni pasta drenched in a velvety Velveeta cream sauce. Each bite is rich and satisfying, making it a go-to comfort meal that will impress both kids and adults alike. With easy preparation steps and simple ingredients, you can whip up this delightful dish in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley or chives (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- Toss chicken with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Sauté seasoned chicken in a skillet until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour to create a roux; gradually add milk while stirring until thickened.
- Stir in Velveeta and cream cheese until melted; add mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Combine cooked chicken and rigatoni with the sauce; mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley or chives if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg