Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Rigatoni in Cheesy Alfredo Sauce
Dive into the ultimate comfort food with Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Rigatoni in Cheesy Alfredo Sauce. This dish combines juicy, golden-seared Cajun chicken with buttery rigatoni coated in a rich, cheesy Alfredo sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a special family meal, this easy recipe is bursting with bold flavors and creamy goodness. Whether you’re craving a quick dinner, new pasta ideas, or a cozy comfort meal, this flavorful dish delivers every time.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Knife
Ingredients
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 2 large chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp paprika or chili flakes, optional
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
- Toss chicken cubes with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet, cook chicken until golden, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, sauté garlic, then add cream. Stir in Parmesan until smooth, adding pasta water if needed.
- Toss cooked pasta with the sauce, fold in the chicken, garnish with parsley, and sprinkle paprika or chili flakes if desired.
Notes
For extra creaminess, add a splash of pasta water to adjust the sauce’s texture. Reheat leftovers gently with a bit of milk or cream to keep it smooth.
Nutrition
Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 36gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 240mgIron: 2mg
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