Best 5 Rigatoni Florentine Recipes

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Rigatoni Florentine is a classic Italian dish that combines the flavors of spinach, ricotta, and Parmesan cheese with tender rigatoni pasta. This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that your family and friends will love.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY RIGATONI FLORENTINE



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Pan-roasted garlic adds heady savor to a rich and creamy basil-infused tomato sauce. Tender cubes of sauteed chicken and fresh, green spinach go for a quick simmer along with cooked rigatoni. Toss this marvelous meal with mozzarella cheese and serve.

Provided by Colleen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds boneless chicken, cubed
¼ cup sliced fresh mushrooms, or more to taste
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 pint half-and-half
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, or to taste
1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
8 leaves fresh basil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; saute chicken until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate. Add mushrooms to skillet; saute until mushrooms are tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic; saute until fragrant and golden, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir spaghetti sauce, half-and-half, and Italian seasoning into mushroom mixture; cook and stir over medium heat until sauce thickens, 10 to 15 minutes. Mix cooked chicken and spinach into sauce and cook until spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir pasta into sauce and add mozzarella cheese; stir until cheese melts. Garnish dish with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 90.8 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 34.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 577.9 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

RIGATONI FLORENTINE



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A pasta recipe with roasted garlic in a tangy, pink sauce.

Provided by Mary

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds boneless chicken, cubed
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 pint heavy cream
26 ounces spaghetti sauce
10 ounces fresh spinach, washed and chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and reserve.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and saute until cooked through and no longer pink inside. Add garlic to skillet; saute until golden. Add cream and spaghetti sauce to skillet; cook over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until sauce thickens.
  • Add cooked chicken and spinach and cook until spinach reduces. Then add rigatoni; toss with cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 777.8 calories, Carbohydrate 56.9 g, Cholesterol 170.4 mg, Fat 45 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 20.5 g, Sodium 588.1 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

RIGATONI FLORENTINE (AKA SPINACH AND CHEESE DIP PASTA)



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I came up with this recipe after looking at some Chicken Florentine recipes and watching Rachael Ray (her most popular recipe for 2009 was a Spinach and Artichoke Pasta). For the frozen spinach, I wrap it in a clean dish towel to squeeze it out.

Provided by Nurse Amanda

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
1 cup water
1 chicken bouillon cube
1 lb frozen spinach, thawed and drained
4 ounces cream cheese
4 ounces sour cream
1 cup monterey jack cheese
1 cup parmesan cheese, divided
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and pepper, to taste
16 ounces rigatoni pasta, cooked
1 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Saute onions and garlic in olive oil until just soft.
  • Sprinkle flour over mixture in pan and stir well.
  • Pour milk and water into the pan and mix until there are no more lumps.
  • Add bouillion cube, spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  • Stir well until the cheese is melted.
  • Add pasta to sauce and mix well.
  • Pour into a greased 9x13 baking dish.
  • Top with bread crumbs and the remaining parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 350 for 30-45 minutes or until the crust is just golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 750, Fat 33.8, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 136.3, Sodium 791.5, Carbohydrate 80.8, Fiber 6, Sugar 4.4, Protein 32.5

RIGATONI FLORENTINE



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"I replaced the ham in the original recipe for this skillet dinner with turkey ham and used less olive oil and more veggies," says Lynda McClellan of West Melbourne, Florida. The result is an appealing entree that's not too heavy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-3/4 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook rigatoni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the ham, mushrooms, peppers and garlic in oil until vegetables are tender. , Stir in the broth and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 3 minutes. Drain rigatoni and rinse in cold water. Add pasta and spinach to the ham mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 608mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED CHICKEN RIGATONI FLORENTINE



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Categories     Pasta     Bake     Quick & Easy     Buffet

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients
8 Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
1 1/2 lb Dry rigatoni
16 oz Frozen spinach, thawed
16 oz Heavy whipping cream
4 cups Milk, 2%
8 oz Sour cream
1 cup Italian three-cheese blend (Parmesan, Asiago & Romano)
2 Tbsp Butter, unsalted
2 Tbsp Canola or vegetable oil
2 Tbsp All-purpose flour
1 1/2 Tbsp Garlic, minced
2 tsp Garlic salt
2 tsp Kosher salt
1 tsp Black pepper, ground fresh
1/2 tsp White pepper
Dash Cayenne
Dash Nutmeg

Steps:

  • Method Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs. Season both sides of the chicken evenly with the garlic salt and the black pepper. Set aside and let sit 30 minutes at room temperature. Start your grill and prepare for direct cooking at medium-high heat (400-450º). Cook the pasta per the package directions until it is just shy of al dente, then drain it well. Note: You want the pasta a little underdone because it will finish cooking when it's baked. While the pasta is cooking, brush the chicken with one tablespoon of the canola/vegetable oil and grill it over direct heat for three minutes per side. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside. Pour the thawed spinach on top of the draining pasta and stir to allow it to drain simultaneously. Preheat your oven to 350º. Heat a large sauce pan over medium-high heat. Add the butter and the other tablespoon of canola/vegetable oil and let heat 30 seconds. Add the flour and whisk constantly to make a roux. You want a blonde roux, so cook it until it just starts to give off a nutty aroma. Add the cream to the pan and bring just to a slight boil, whisking constantly. Add the milk, salt, garlic, white pepper, cayenne and nutmeg to the pan and bring back to a slight boil, whisking constantly. Add the cheese and sour cream to the pan and bring it back to a simmer, whisking constantly. Remove the sauce from the heat. Note: The sauce will be a little thin, but that's intentional, as it will thicken when baked with the pasta. Slice the chicken to 1/4" and add put it in a large mixing bowl. Add the pasta and spinach to the bowl. Add the sauce to the bowl and fold to combine all of the ingredients. Pour the pasta mixture into a very large baking dish. Cover the baking dish with foil, and bake 40 minutes. Plate the pasta with shaved Parmesan.

Tips:

- For the creamiest sauce, use a combination of heavy cream and milk. - If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use frozen spinach that has been thawed and squeezed dry. - To make the dish more flavorful, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of truffle oil. - Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Conclusion:

Rigatoni Florentine is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The creamy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful vegetables make this dish a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new pasta recipe to try, give Rigatoni Florentine a try. You won't be disappointed!

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