Best Creamy Chicken And Rigatoni Recipes

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CREAMY CHICKEN AND RIGATONI



Creamy Chicken and Rigatoni image

Grab a skillet and whip up a 30-minute Italian chicken and pasta dish with a spicy sauce and cheese. In three easy steps, you'll be feasting on a simple and comforting meal sure to please the whole family.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, well drained
2 cups whipping (heavy) cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 1/2 cups rigatoni pasta (8 ounces)
1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli, red pepper, onions and mushrooms, thawed and well drained
Shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook chicken, garlic, basil and oregano in oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Stir in tomatoes, whipping cream, salt, pepper and red pepper. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered about 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  • Cook and drain rigatoni as directed on package. Stir rigatoni and vegetables into chicken mixture; cook until hot. Serve with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg

CREAMY RIGATONI WITH ROASTED PEPPER AND GRILLED CHICKEN



Creamy Rigatoni with Roasted Pepper and Grilled Chicken image

Provided by Addie Gundry

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound rigatoni
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 Anaheim pepper
4 strips bacon, diced
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, small-diced
Two 28-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 pound chicken tenderloins, cooked and diced
1 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a rapid boil. Add the rigatoni and boil for 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat a large cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat. Dry roast the peppers for 7 minutes, until charred. Remove the peppers from the pan and chop into large dice.
  • In the same skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Add the olive oil and then the onions and diced peppers; cook for 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cream and simmer until reduced by half. Add the chicken, Parmesan, 1 1/2 tablespoons salt and 2 teaspoons black pepper; cook until the chicken is heated through. Stir the rigatoni into the sauce. Serve hot.

CREAMY SPINACH AND CHICKEN RIGATONI



Creamy Spinach and Chicken Rigatoni image

I am a nutrition fanatic, but I live in New Orleans and like a lot of flavor. This low-fat italian dish has "all dat" and more. The flour-based "cream" sauce provides richness while remaining heart healthy!

Provided by Lauren Wagner

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups low-fat milk (1%)
3/4 teaspoon mild chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch chunks
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
10 ounces rigatoni pasta

Steps:

  • Place the flour in a large saucepan over medium heat, and gradually whisk in the milk.
  • Bring to a boil and whisk in the chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture slightly thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil until hot but not smoking over medium heat.
  • Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for about 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken and cook until slightly browned, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the spinach, stirring to coat.
  • Stir in the milk mixture, cheddar, and parmesan and cook until the cheddar has melted and the chicken is cooked through, about 2 minutes longer.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rigatoni in boiling water until just tender.
  • Drain well.
  • Transfer chicken mixture to a large bowl, add the rigatoni, and toss to combine.
  • Spoon the pasta mixture onto plates and serve.

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