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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Rigatoni
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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Rigatoni

45 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
from @iramsfoodstory102 imports1 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • boneless chicken breast filletsMeat450 g
  • salt (to taste)Spices1 piece
  • smoked paprika powder (1 tsp for the chicken, 1 tsp for the sauce)Spices2 pieces
  • garlic powder (1 tsp for the chicken, 1 tsp for the sauce)Spices2 pieces
  • Italian seasoning (1 tsp for the chicken, 1/2 tsp for the sauce)Spices1.5 pieces
  • black pepper (1 tsp for the chicken, 1 tsp for the sauce)Spices2 pieces
  • oil (2 tbsp for the chicken, 2 tbsp for the sauce, plus more for cooking)Pantry75 ml
  • unsweetened heavy whipping creamDairy480 ml
  • butterDairy15 g
  • shallot (thinly diced)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (finely chopped)Produce8 pieces
  • red bell pepper (diced)Produce0.5 pieces
  • red chili flakesSpices1 piece
  • Parmesan cheese (freshly grated, plus more for garnish)Dairy50 g
  • spinachProduce30 g
  • cherry tomatoes (halved)Produce12 pieces
  • sun-dried tomatoesProduce30 g
  • rigatoni pastaGrains225 g
  • parsley (freshly chopped)Produce4 g

per serving

Nutrition

818kcal

Carbs
50 g
Proteins
36 g
Fat
53 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan ×2
  • Stockpot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Grater

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the pasta

    • Cook the rigatoni according to the package instructions.
    • Reserve some pasta water for later use, then drain the pasta.
    Step 1

  2. Season the chicken

    • In a bowl, season the chicken fillets with salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning and oil.
    • Mix until well combined.
    Step 2

  3. Cook the chicken

    • Heat some oil in a pan over medium heat.
    • Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook on both sides, flipping in between, until fully cooked.
    Step 3

  4. Start the sauce base

    • In another pan, add the butter and oil over medium heat.
    • Once the butter is melted, add the shallots and garlic and sauté until fragrant.
    Step 4

  5. Add the tomatoes

    • Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until mushy and soft.
    Step 5

  6. Season and add the cream

    • Add the seasonings: salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning and red chili flakes, then mix.
    • Add the sun-dried tomatoes.
    • Turn the heat to medium low, add the cream and mix until everything is well combined.
    Step 6

  7. Finish the sauce

    • Add the Parmesan cheese and mix until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
    • Add pasta water if you prefer a thinner sauce.
    • Once the sauce is ready, add the spinach and cook for 1 minute.
    Step 7

  8. Assemble and serve

    • Add the boiled pasta.
    • Cut the chicken and add it into the pasta, then mix well.
    • Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and parsley and serve warm.
    Step 8
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