Spicy Chicken Rigatoni
Skip the fancy restaurant, and make this easy spicy chicken rigatoni with just ten ingredients and under 30 minutes instead!
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 16 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 Tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 small shallot finely chopped
- 1 Tablespoon garlic chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 ounces chicken breast sliced
- 3/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Optional: grated parmesan cheese and fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Rigatoni Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the rigatoni pasta, and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.16 ounces rigatoni pasta
- Drain the pasta and set it aside.
Prepare the Creamy Chicken Sauce:
- In a large skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium-high heat.1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
- Add the crushed red pepper flakes, chopped shallot, chopped garlic, salt, and ground black pepper. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until the shallot becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.1/2 Tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1 small shallot, 1 Tablespoon garlic, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Add the Sautéed Chicken:
- Add the sliced chicken to the skillet and cook until it's no longer pink in the center, about 5-7 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken slices.6 ounces chicken breast
Incorporate the Marinara Sauce:
- Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet with the chicken. Stir to combine and let it simmer for a few minutes to heat through.3/4 cup marinara sauce
Creamy Finish:
- Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream to the skillet. Stir well to combine.1/2 cup heavy cream
- Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
Combine Pasta and Sauce:
- Add the cooked rigatoni pasta to the skillet with the creamy chicken sauce. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
Serve:
- Divide the creamy chicken and rigatoni pasta among plates.
- Garnish with some grated Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs if desired.Optional: grated parmesan cheese and fresh herbs for garnish
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 620kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 356mg | Potassium: 605mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 650IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 2mg
