Spicy Chicken Rigatoni
A quick and delicious spicy chicken rigatoni pasta dish, perfect for weeknight dinners and customizable based on available ingredients.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces Rigatoni or any short pasta
- 1 pound Chicken breast or thighs, cut small
- 1 jar Marinara or crushed tomatoes
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes, optional
- 1/4 cup Cream or shredded cheese, optional For extra creaminess
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, cook chicken in a bit of oil with salt and pepper until it is no longer pink.
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the pan and sauté until softened.
- Pour in the marinara sauce or crushed tomatoes and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the drained pasta and mix well to combine.
- Finish the dish by stirring in a splash of cream or cheese, if desired.
Notes
This dish is customizable; feel free to adjust spice levels or add any veggies you have on hand. It's also great as leftovers the next day.