Spicy Cajun Chicken Rigatoni in Creamy Mozzarella Alfredo
Turn your weeknight into a gourmet experience with this Spicy Cajun Chicken Rigatoni in Creamy Mozzarella Alfredo. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with smoky Cajun spices, seared until golden, and paired with perfectly cooked rigatoni. Everything is enveloped in a rich, velvety mozzarella Alfredo sauce that strikes the perfect balance between creamy indulgence and fiery kick. Ideal for a quick dinner, this recipe offers a restaurant-quality pasta experience in the comfort of your own home, making it a fantastic choice for dinner ideas, easy recipes, or when you’re craving comfort food.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large Skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 340 g rigatoni pasta
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Pat chicken dry and coat with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through. Rest and slice.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic, sauté 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring. Gradually whisk in mozzarella until smooth. Add pasta water if sauce is too thick.
- Toss rigatoni with sauce. Top with sliced chicken and parsley.
- Serve hot.
Notes
For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne to the sauce. Use freshly grated mozzarella for the smoothest melt.
Nutrition
Calories: 640kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 38gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 320mgIron: 3mg
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