How to Make Garlic Chicken Rigatoni - A Step-by-Step Guide

Garlic chicken rigatoni is a delicious and satisfying pasta dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. This recipe features tender pieces of chicken, flavorful garlic, and al dente rigatoni pasta, all tossed in a rich and creamy sauce. It's an easy and approachable dish that is sure to become a favorite in your household.

The star of this recipe is the garlic-infused chicken, which adds a savory and aromatic flavor to the dish. When paired with the hearty rigatoni pasta, the combinatio...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon herb-infused olive oil
  • ¼ cup tapioca starch
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¾ cup water
  • ⅓ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • ¼ cup chopped marinated artichoke hearts
  • 2 tablespoons chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • ⅓ cup Chardonnay wine
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 ounces shredded aged Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 5

  • Bring a large pot with water and 1 tablespoon salt to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and reserve pasta water.
  • Meanwhile, combine tapioca starch, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet until it shimmers. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. You might be tempted to add more olive oil or butter, don't do this.
  • Pour in reserved pasta water and add mushrooms, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic. Cook about 5 minutes.
  • Mix in white wine, cream and Cheddar cheese. Whisk until sauce is slightly thickened. Add rigatoni and toss to combine.
  • Add rigatoni and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    425 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 81mg
    • Sodium: 1436mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Potassium: 425mg