Description
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Recipes:
Creamy Spicy Rigatoni with Grilled Chicken
Indulge in this flavor-packed pasta dish that combines tender, spicy grilled chicken with creamy, dreamy rigatoni! Perfect for a comforting dinner or an impressive meal for guests.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 boneless chicken breasts
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp chili flakes
1/2 tsp salt and pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
For the Pasta:
300g rigatoni pasta
2 tbsp butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small red onion, diced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp chili flakes
1 medium tomato, diced
Fresh parsley for garnish
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
Rub the chicken breasts with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet and grill the chicken over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through (about 5-6 minutes per side). Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Cook the Pasta:
Boil rigatoni in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic and red onion until fragrant.
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, paprika, chili flakes, and diced tomato. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Combine Everything:
Toss the cooked rigatoni into the sauce, coating each piece evenly.
Place the sliced grilled chicken on top of the pasta and sprinkle with fresh parsley and extra chili flakes for garnish.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve hot and enjoy this spicy, creamy delight!
Get ready to impress your taste buds and anyone you share this dish with!
