Spicy Chicken Riggies
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
596 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Spicy Chicken Riggies
Description
Spicy Chicken Riggies combines rigatoni pasta cooked al dente with skinless chicken breasts seasoned and sautéed with paprika and garlic powder. The sauce mixture features pasta sauce blended with heavy cream, providing a creamy tomato base. Red bell peppers and pickled hot cherry peppers are cooked with onions and garlic to add sweetness and a spicy tang. Fresh basil and Parmesan cheese garnish the finished dish, adding aromatic and savory notes.
The dish’s texture balances tender pasta and chicken chunks with softened, slightly crisp vegetables. The moderate heat comes from pickled cherry peppers and optional red pepper flakes, allowing for adjusted spice levels. This combination offers a filling and flavorful pasta dinner when served immediately after combining all elements in one skillet.
Cooking pasta to al dente is recommended, as it continues cooking when combined into the sauce. Using pre-cooked chicken or substituting thighs can save time. For less heat, the spicy peppers and flakes can be omitted.
Ingredients
- 16 oz gluten-free rigatoni
- 1.5 lbs chicken skinless breasts, cut into 1" pieces, boneless
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 2 hot cherry peppers sliced, pickled
- 1 onion thinly sliced, medium
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 24 oz pasta sauce
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese
- 2 Tablespoon basil for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- Boil rigatoni pasta according to package instructions.
- Season chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic, and paprika. Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- Heat remaining 1 Tbsp olive in the same skillet, and add sliced bell peppers, cherry peppers, onion, and garlic. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables have softened.
- Add cooked chicken, cooked pasta, pasta sauce, heavy whipping cream to the skillet and toss to combine. Add some red pepper flakes if you want to make it more spicy.
- Serve topped with chopped fresh basil and parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Notes
- Cook the pasta al dente since it will soften further when mixed with the sauce.
- Use pre-cooked chicken to reduce preparation time if desired.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for different texture and flavor.
- Omit pickled hot cherry peppers and red pepper flakes to reduce spiciness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 596 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 274g | |
| Calories | 596kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 67g | 22% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 105mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 1069mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 1054mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1695IU | 34% |
| Vitamin C | 36.5mg | 41% |
| Calcium | 154mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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