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spiced up rigatoni's / delish

(4 ratings)
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Recipe by
Cassie *
@1lovetocook1x
Somewhere, PA

A family favorite. This pasta is downright delicious. Not all that expensive to make, and leftovers heat up and taste wonderful..that is if you have anything left..these don't stand a chance in my pasta loving family. If you don't like spicy..it would still be good without the red pepper flakes...we love this spicy though... Hope you try and enjoy..my kids have great big smiles on their faces..they be loving them some pasta! My photos

(4 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For spiced up rigatoni's / delish

  • 1 lb
    rigatoni pasta, cooked as directions on box suggest
  • 3
    6 ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1/4 - 1.2 c
    oil
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper
  • 1 Tbsp
    garlic minced
  • 1 - 15 oz
    bertolli alfredo sauce, or your favorite
  • 1 - 24 oz
    marinara ( i use bertolli w/ burgundy wine )
  • 1/2 - 1 c
    frozen peas ( optional )
  • 1 - 1 1/2 c
    fresh spinach, chopped large or i tear mine with my fingers
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter

How To Make spiced up rigatoni's / delish

  • 1
    In a saute pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add crushed red pepper, salt, black pepper and garlic and saute just long enough for garlic to caramelize and red pepper to release flavor into the oil. Add sliced chicken and saute briefly to coat in spices and garlic.
  • 2
    Add Marinara Sauce first and then Alfredo Sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook until sauce thickens slightly and chicken is completely cooked. Turn off flame, add butter, peas and spinach and incorporate into sauce.
  • 3
    I pour the sauce over the hot drained pasta, mix well, then plate;laying pieces of tender chicken on top. I then sprinkle with Parmesan. If you should have left over sauce..it is great with any pasta, and will freeze well. Enjoy!
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