Creamy Chicken Rigatoni

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Recipe Intro From megansheley

might possibly be my favorite pasta I’ve ever made??? Perfect for a cozy night in!
CREAMY CHICKEN RIGATONI (my favorite nood 🥹🫶🏼) wildly flavorful, creamy, herby, all of the things. Save it, fam.

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For the Chicken Marinade

ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin

For the Sauce

ingredients

  • 1/2 white onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 2 cups cream
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese

For Serving

ingredients

  • 1/2 cup al dente rigatoni

Marinate the Chicken

Method

  • Step 1

    Mix spices in a bowl and pour over chicken and mix well, store in fridge until ready.

Make the Sauce

  • Step 1

    Start by sautéing olive oil, garlic, onion, and red bell pepper for 5-6 mins or until fragrant.

  • Step 2

    Add in tomato paste, chicken broth, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, and spices. Mix well and sauté for a few minutes, add in the cream.

  • Step 3

    While your sauce simmers on LOW, cook your chicken in a different pan over some olive oil (this shouldn’t take more than 6-7 mins depending on how big your chunks are).

  • Step 4

    Add pasta into your sauce after simmering for 10 mins. Remove from heat (sauce will thicken as it cools).

  • Step 5

    Add in chicken & parm - stir, let sit, and then crush it.