Cheddar Garlic Chicken Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce
Indulge in the creamy delight of Cheddar Garlic Chicken Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce. This comforting dish combines tender chicken, rich cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, and perfectly cooked rigatoni for a meal that will impress your family and friends. In just 30 minutes, you can create a flavorful dinner that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 tbsp butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Optional: chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Toss cubed chicken with olive oil and seasonings.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and cook chicken until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté minced garlic.
- Whisk in flour, then gradually add milk and broth; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in cheeses until melted; season with salt.
- Combine pasta and chicken with sauce; toss to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chives if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 532
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 675mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 103mg