Spicy Chicken Rigatoni

5 from 2 votes

The flavor of the sauce combined with alfredo and marinara was divine! The family loved it. This is definitely a keeper!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Italian, Italian American

Keyword: chicken rigatoni, rigatoni, spicy chicken rigatoni

Servings: people

Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips, about 1.5 pounds
1 tablespoon minced garlic, about 3-4 cloves
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flake, more for garnish
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
3-4 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups marinara sauce
½ cup peas
1 pound rigatoni noodles, cooked al dente
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
fresh grated parmesan cheese, for garnish

Instructions

In a large skillet heat two tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, red pepper flake, and coarse black pepper to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add in thin strips of chicken breast, and salt, and cook until chicken is fully cooked, 3-4 minutes.
First pour the marinara sauce over the chicken and stir, then add in heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes.
Add in the butter and peas and stir until the butter melts.
Mix the cooked pasta into the sauce and garnish with fresh parmesan cheese and a pinch or two of red pepper flakes before serving.

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