Best 7 Garlic Chicken Rigatoni Recipes

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Calling all Italian food enthusiasts! Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the delectable flavors of garlic chicken rigatoni. This classic dish combines succulent chicken, tender rigatoni pasta, and aromatic garlic in a rich, flavorful sauce, creating a symphony of taste that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress, this article will guide you through the process of crafting the perfect garlic chicken rigatoni, offering a selection of recipes tailored to your preferences and dietary restrictions. So, grab your apron and prepare to be inspired as we delve into the world of this iconic Italian dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

RIGATONI WITH CHICKEN AND BELL PEPPERS



Rigatoni with Chicken and Bell Peppers image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
12 ounces rigatoni
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 onion, sliced
2 bell peppers (1 green, 1 orange), sliced
1 28-ounce can whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (skin removed)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for topping
2 jarred hot cherry peppers, stemmed and chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until golden, about 30 seconds. Add the onion, bell peppers and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook until softened, about 7 minutes.
  • Add the chicken, basil, pasta and the reserved cooking water to the tomato sauce. Cook, stirring, until warmed through, about 4 minutes. Drizzle each serving with olive oil and top with basil and the cherry peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 50 milligrams, Sodium 690 milligrams, Carbohydrate 77 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 30 grams

GARLIC CHICKEN RIGATONI



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My family loves the scampi-inspired combination of garlic and olive oil in this delicious pasta. I love that it's guilt-free! -Judy Crawford, Deming, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 ounces uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1/2 cup boiling water
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook rigatoni according to package directions. In a small bowl, combine tomatoes and boiling water; let stand 5 minutes. Drain; chop tomatoes., Sprinkle chicken with garlic salt; add flour and toss to coat. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from pan., In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Add broth, wine, parsley, seasonings and chopped tomatoes; bring to a boil. Stir in chicken; heat through., Drain rigatoni; add to chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

EASY CHICKEN RIGATONI



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Our chicken rigatoni has some fancy extras, including olives and portobello mushrooms. But it's still a quick and easy weeknight recipe!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 Tbsp. butter
1-1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red pepper, chopped
1/4 lb. portobello mushrooms, chopped
1 jar (15 oz.) CLASSICO Spicy Tomato & Parmesan Cream Pasta Sauce
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
3-1/2 cups rigatoni pasta, uncooked
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1 can (2.22 oz.) sliced black olives, drained

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 5 to 6 min. or until no longer pink. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir 1 min. Add red peppers and mushrooms; cook 5 min., stirring frequently. Stir in pasta sauce and black pepper; simmer on medium-low heat 10 min., stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Add cream cheese, basil and olives to chicken mixture; cook and stir 1 to 2 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted and sauce is well blended. Drain pasta. Add to pasta sauce mixture; stir until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 440 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 35 g

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI RIGATONI RECIPE - (4.5/5)



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Provided by Heather_D

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups Rigatoni Pasta OR Pasta of your choice (I use Penne Pasta)
4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, cut into chunks
2 - 3 heads of Broccoli, cut into florets
1 cup Cherub Tomatoes, sliced in half
2 tsp minced garlic
Freshly ground black pepper
Parmesan Cheese
Olive Oil

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the garlic and tomatoes in olive oil. In a large pot, cook the pasta according to the package directions; Drain. Season the chicken pieces with black pepper and add to the skillet. Cook the chicken over MEDIUM heat on both sides until it is no longer pink in the center. Meanwhile, lay the broccoli florets on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake the broccoli at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes. Remove the broccoli and sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese. Continue baking for an additional 5 minutes. Add the roasted broccoli and the drained pasta to the skillet. *Drizzle a little olive oil over the pasta to ensure that it doesn't dry out and stick together.* Toss the ingredients in the skillet together with a dusting of Parmesan Cheese and serve hot with garlic bread.

CHICKEN AND SPINACH RIGATONI CASSEROLE



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Quick, easy and delicious. The recipe calls for 4 garlic cloves, but I only added 2 and should have added 3-4 cloves. I also added more parmesan because of preference. This is a hit with the kids. My friend Kathy sent me this recipe and now I am indebted to her forever.

Provided by heather in Ont

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 ounces rigatoni pasta (uncooked)
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, chopped
1 (20 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/4 teaspoons dried basil
3/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes, crushed
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to pkg directions and drain.
  • Place spinach on paper towel and squeeze until barely moist.
  • Add oil to a large non stick skillet and place over medium heat until hot.
  • Add onion and garlic and sauté until tender.
  • Add chicken and cook until it loses its pink colour, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano and crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Bring to a boil and then reduce heat.
  • Simmer 5 minutes, uncovered stirring occasionally.
  • Combine pasta, spinach, chicken mixture and 1/4 cup cheese in a bowl; stir well.
  • Spoon into 13 X 9 baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup parmesan cheese over the top.
  • Bake at 350° for 20 minutes.
  • Makes 8 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.6, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 71.8, Sodium 247.6, Carbohydrate 33.6, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.5, Protein 22.1

BERTUCCI'S RIGATONI WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI RECIPE - (3.7/5)



Bertucci's Rigatoni with Chicken and Broccoli Recipe - (3.7/5) image

Provided by á-46826

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tbsps. olive oil
4 ounces chicken cut into strips
1 c broccoli florets
1 slice of lemon
1/4 tsp. crushed garlic
1/4 c chicken broth
3/4 c heavy cream
2 c rigatoni,cooked to desired doneness

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a frying pan. Add the chicken strips to the oil. Cook over a medium flame until chicken is lightly browned. Add the broccoli florets and lemon slice. Cook and stir for one minute. Add the garlic and cook for 10 seconds. Add the chicken broth and heavy cream and cook until it begins to boil. Remove from the heat. When ready to serve add the cooked rigatoni and cook until sauce reduces by half. Salt and pepper to taste.

CREAMY SPINACH AND CHICKEN RIGATONI



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I am a nutrition fanatic, but I live in New Orleans and like a lot of flavor. This low-fat italian dish has "all dat" and more. The flour-based "cream" sauce provides richness while remaining heart healthy!

Provided by Lauren Wagner

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups low-fat milk (1%)
3/4 teaspoon mild chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch chunks
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
10 ounces rigatoni pasta

Steps:

  • Place the flour in a large saucepan over medium heat, and gradually whisk in the milk.
  • Bring to a boil and whisk in the chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture slightly thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil until hot but not smoking over medium heat.
  • Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for about 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken and cook until slightly browned, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the spinach, stirring to coat.
  • Stir in the milk mixture, cheddar, and parmesan and cook until the cheddar has melted and the chicken is cooked through, about 2 minutes longer.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rigatoni in boiling water until just tender.
  • Drain well.
  • Transfer chicken mixture to a large bowl, add the rigatoni, and toss to combine.
  • Spoon the pasta mixture onto plates and serve.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh garlic. If you only have garlic powder, use 1/2 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • If you don't have white wine, you can use chicken broth or water. Just be sure to add a little bit of lemon juice to brighten up the flavor.
  • If you like a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • To make the dish even more creamy, add 1/2 cup of heavy cream to the sauce.
  • If you don't have rigatoni, you can use any other type of pasta, such as penne, ziti, or spaghetti.
  • Garnish the dish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.

Conclusion:

This garlic chicken rigatoni is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The chicken is tender and juicy, the sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked to perfection. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this garlic chicken rigatoni a try!

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