Garlic Cajun Chicken Cheesy Rigatoni in Velveeta Cream Sauce
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Garlic Cajun Chicken Cheesy Rigatoni in Velveeta Cream Sauce. This comforting dish fuses succulent chicken with a velvety cheese sauce, featuring the perfect kick from Cajun seasoning and garlic. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this quick-to-prepare meal brings a burst of flavor to your table while ensuring satisfaction with every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Toss chicken with olive oil and Cajun seasoning; sauté in a skillet until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic; whisk in flour and gradually add milk to create a roux.
- Stir in Velveeta and cream cheese until melted, then mix in mozzarella.
- Combine cooked chicken and rigatoni with the creamy sauce; toss until well-coated.
- Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 110mg