Creamy Cajun Chicken Bites with Garlic Rigatoni Pasta

🍗🔥 Creamy Cajun Chicken Bites with Garlic Rigatoni Pasta

Tender Cajun-spiced chicken, velvety garlic cream sauce, and perfectly cooked rigatoni — all tossed together for a pasta night that’s anything but ordinary! 😋💥

⏱ Quick Info:

• Prep + Cook Time: 30 minutes

• Servings: 6

• Calories: ~750 per serving

🛒 Ingredients:

✅ 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes

✅ 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning

✅ 1 tsp garlic powder

✅ 1 tsp smoked paprika

✅ 1/2 tsp salt

✅ 1/4 tsp black pepper

✅ 2 tbsp olive oil

✅ 1 lb rigatoni pasta

✅ 4 tbsp butter

✅ 2 cloves garlic, minced

✅ 3 cups heavy cream

✅ 1 cup chicken broth

✅ 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

✅ 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

✅ 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Directions:

1️⃣ Season the Chicken:

In a bowl, toss chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt & pepper.

2️⃣ Cook the Chicken:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–8 minutes until golden & cooked through. Remove & set aside.

3️⃣ Boil the Pasta:

Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

4️⃣ Make the Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Pour in cream and broth. Bring to a simmer.

5️⃣ Add the Cheese:

Reduce heat to low. Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and creamy.

6️⃣ Combine Everything:

Add cooked rigatoni and toss to coat in the sauce. Return chicken to the skillet and mix gently.

7️⃣ Serve:

Top with green onions and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve hot and enjoy! 🔥🍝

💡 Tips for Extra Flavor:

✔️ Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for more heat

✔️ Use blackened seasoning instead of Cajun for a smoky twist

✔️ Want it lighter? Swap some cream with whole milk or Greek yogurt