Best 5 Spicy Chicken Rigatoni Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our spicy chicken rigatoni, a delectable dish that marries the bold flavors of zesty spices and succulent chicken with the comforting embrace of tender rigatoni pasta. This symphony of flavors will set your taste buds ablaze and leave you craving for more.

In this comprehensive guide, we present two irresistible variations of this delectable dish: a classic spicy chicken rigatoni and a tantalizing creamy spicy chicken rigatoni. Both recipes are crafted with an array of fresh ingredients, aromatic herbs, and vibrant spices that come together to create a symphony of flavors.

The classic spicy chicken rigatoni is a testament to the adage that simplicity can be extraordinary. Succulent chicken breasts, seared to perfection, are tossed in a fiery sauce brimming with chili flakes, garlic, and a hint of crushed red pepper. Rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente, is the perfect canvas to absorb this tantalizing sauce, resulting in a dish that is both satisfying and addictive.

The creamy spicy chicken rigatoni takes the classic recipe to a whole new level of indulgence. A creamy sauce, made with a blend of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of Dijon mustard, envelops the succulent chicken and rigatoni, creating a velvety and luscious experience. The addition of roasted red peppers and sun-dried tomatoes adds pops of vibrant color and a delightful tang that complements the heat of the spices.

Whether you prefer the classic or creamy version, this spicy chicken rigatoni is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you and your loved ones utterly captivated.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

RIGATONI WITH SPICY CHICKEN SAUSAGE, ASPARAGUS, EGGPLANT, AND ROASTED PEPPERS



Rigatoni with Spicy Chicken Sausage, Asparagus, Eggplant, and Roasted Peppers image

Provided by Brian Boitano

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 red bell peppers
1 bunch asparagus, woody ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound spicy Italian chicken sausage, casings removed
8 ounces dried rigatoni
1 baby eggplant (about 6 ounces) stemmed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the oven 6 inches below the broiler and preheat the broiler.
  • Put the peppers on a baking sheet and put it under the broiler. Roast, turning the peppers with tongs a quarter turn every couple of minutes, until charred on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes total. Transfer the peppers to a bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let the peppers steam for 10 minutes to loosen the skins.
  • Using a paper towel, rub the charred skins off the peppers. Carefully remove the cores, stems, and seeds, and slice the pieces lengthwise into thin strips. Reserve any liquid the peppers release.
  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and salt it generously. Add the asparagus and cook for 1 minute; drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a plate with a slotted spoon.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it generously. Cook the pasta until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and return the pasta to the warm pot.
  • Add 3 tablespoons olive oil to the skillet, add the eggplant, season with salt and pepper, and cook until brown and just tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the roasted peppers with any reserved liquid, asparagus, sausage, and vinegar and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more.
  • Transfer the sausage mixture to the warm rigatoni and add the Parmesan, parsley, and remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and stir to combine.
  • Taste the pasta and season with salt and pepper, if needed. Transfer to a large bowl and serve immediately.

SPICY CHICKEN RIGATONI



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Super yummy dish that is quick and easy to make! This is a huge hit in our house. It has the perfect amount of spice. Note that before you begin, the recipe calls for cooked pasta. This recipe goes really quick once you start making it, so don't start the pasta and the recipe at the same time...or you'll end up overcooking the sauce! Take a look at my picture to see just how yummy it is! Bon Appétit!!

Provided by SarahKaye

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
6 ounces chicken, sauted & sliced
3/4 cup marinara sauce
1/2 cup alfredo sauce
1/4 cup peas
16 ounces rigatoni pasta, cooked

Steps:

  • In a sauté pan, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add crushed pepper, salt, black pepper and garlic; sauté just long enough to caramelize and red pepper to release flavor into the oil.
  • Add sliced chicken and sauté briefly to coat in spices and garlic.
  • Add Marinara Sauce first, then Alfredo Sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook until sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.
  • Turn off heat; add peas and incorporate into sauce. Toss pasta and sauce until well combined.
  • Sprinkle with crushed red pepper for garnish.
  • Serve with a fresh sliced Italian Loaf.
  • **Note: I highly recommend using homemade Marinara & Alfredo Sauces.

SPICY CHICKEN RIGATONI (CHICKEN RIGGIES)



Spicy Chicken Rigatoni (Chicken Riggies) image

A popular dish in upstate New York, where my boyfriend is from. It's a spicy chicken and tomato-based sauce ladled over fat rigatoni pasta. Not for the meek who are afraid of heat!

Provided by Stellar

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) box rigatoni pasta
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 large shallot, chopped
3 boneless chicken thighs, cut into small pieces, or more to taste
5 fresh cherry peppers, thinly sliced, or more to taste
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
¼ cup dry sherry
½ cup whole milk
1 small bunch fresh basil leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 13 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat butter and oil together in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and shallot to the skillet; cook and stir until fragrant and shallots are translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken; cook and stir until it is no longer pink and the internal temperature reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 5 minutes.
  • Mix cherry peppers into chicken mixture; cook until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce; mix thoroughly. Lower heat to medium and simmer, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Pour sherry into tomato sauce mixture; simmer, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Pour in milk and simmer, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and mix in torn basil leaves. Spoon tomato sauce over pasta to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505 calories, Carbohydrate 67.9 g, Cholesterol 51.6 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 542.5 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

SPICY CHICKEN RIGATONI RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Spicy Chicken Rigatoni Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by á-48467

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into super thin strips
1 tablespoon garlic - minced (I used about 6-7 cloves)
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flake
1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
3-4 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups alfredo sauce (see recipe here)
2 cups marinara sauce
1/2 cup peas
1 lb rigatoni noodles cooked al dente
2 tablespoons butter Sprinkle of fresh parmesan cheese and a pinch of red pepper flake for garnish.
Recipe: http://www.centercutcook.com/spicy-chicken-rigatoni-like-buca-di-beppo/

Steps:

  • In a large skillet on medium-high heat, heat two tablespoons olive oil. Sauté garlic, red pepper flake, and coarse black pepper for 2-3 minutes. Add in thin strips of chicken breast, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cook until chicken is done at a temperature of 160 degrees. This should only take a few minutes because the chicken is cut thin. Add in marinara sauce and stir. Then add in alfredo sauce. Let the sauces simmer for about 10 minutes. To the sauce/chicken, add two tablespoons butter and 1/2 cup peas. Stir until the butter melts. Combine chicken/sauce mixture with cooked pasta. Garnish with fresh parmesan cheese, and a pinch or two of red pepper flake Recipe: http://www.centercutcook.com/spicy-chicken-rigatoni-like-buca-di-beppo/

SPICY CHICKEN RIGATONI



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This is a great recipe ~ again from Talk of the Town here in Nashville. This was a restaurant recipe from ? here. The original for a single serving. I will post both. If you love pasta, your gonna love this one.

Provided by Karen Blackmon

Categories     Pasta

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 c olive oil
1 Tbsp red pepper, crushed
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp garlic, chopped
2 chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless. sliced into strips.
1 jar(s) marinara sauce
1 jar(s) alfredo sauce
1 Tbsp butter
1 can(s) peas
1 lb rigatoni pasta, uncooked

Steps:

  • 1. 1 lb. Rigatoni pasta, cooked according to package directions In a sauté pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add crushed red pepper, salt, black pepper and garlic and sauté just long enough for garlic to caramelize and red pepper to release flavor into the oil. Add sliced chicken and sauté 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 has reached an internal temperature of 165°. Turn off flame, add butter and peas and incorporate into sauce.
  • 3. Drop cooked pasta in boiling water for 3 seconds. Let drain for 15 seconds. Toss with the sauce. Place pasta and sauce in pasta bowl, reserving the majority of the chicken to be placed on top.

Tips:

  • To ensure perfect al dente pasta, cook it for 1 minute less than the time stated on the package instructions.
  • Use a large skillet to avoid overcrowding, which ensures even cooking and prevents the pasta from becoming mushy.
  • Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining; this starchy liquid helps create a rich and flavorful sauce.
  • To achieve a creamy sauce, incorporate some of the starchy pasta water into the sauce while stirring continuously.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less red pepper flakes according to your preference.
  • Garnish the dish with fresh basil or parsley leaves for an aromatic touch and vibrant color.

Conclusion:

Spicy Chicken Rigatoni is a delectable and versatile dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun spices with the comforting warmth of pasta. The crispy chicken, al dente rigatoni, and creamy tomato sauce create a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Best of all, this dish is easy to customize, allowing you to adjust the heat level and add your favorite vegetables or seasonings. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, Spicy Chicken Rigatoni is sure to satisfy your cravings for a delicious and satisfying pasta dish.

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