Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Rigatoni in Garlic Butter Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Rigatoni in Garlic Butter Sauce, a dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into extraordinary comfort food. This creamy pasta dish features tender chicken, three types of cheese, and a rich garlic butter sauce that envelops every bite of rigatoni. Ideal for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, it comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a go-to recipe for anyone looking to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices, and watch it become a family favorite at the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil and butter
Instructions
- Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente; drain.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook in olive oil and butter until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in butter, then add cream and milk; simmer.
- Stir in cheeses until melted and smooth; season to taste.
- Toss rigatoni with the sauce and serve topped with chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg