Creamy Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Rigatoni with Mozzarella & Parmesan
Creamy Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Rigatoni with Mozzarella & Parmesan is a deliciously rich and satisfying dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken coated in a creamy garlic butter sauce, perfectly complemented by melty mozzarella and sharp Parmesan cheese. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this comforting pasta dish combines the boldness of Cajun seasoning with the indulgence of a creamy sauce, making it a sure crowd-pleaser. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, you can whip up this delightful meal that will impress both family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente (10-11 minutes). Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- Season chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter; sear chicken until golden brown (7-8 minutes), adding half the garlic in the last minute. Keep warm.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and melt remaining butter; sauté remaining garlic for 30 seconds.
- Stir in heavy cream and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Add mozzarella and Parmesan; mix until smooth.
- Toss cooked rigatoni in the sauce, adjusting with reserved pasta water as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 155mg