Garlic Cajun Chicken Cheesy Rigatoni in Velveeta Cream Sauce
Garlic Cajun Chicken Cheesy Rigatoni in Velveeta Cream Sauce is a delightful blend of creamy textures and bold flavors, perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. This one-pot wonder features tender chicken combined with rigatoni pasta, enveloped in a rich Velveeta cream sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish not only satisfies hungry bellies but also brings comfort to the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into cubes)
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the seasoned chicken until golden brown and cooked through; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic; sauté for one minute.
- Whisk in flour to create a roux, then slowly add milk while whisking until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Velveeta and cream cheese until melted; then add mozzarella until combined.
- Return cooked chicken and rigatoni to the skillet; toss everything together until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or chives if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg