Butter Chicken and Spinach Rigatoni Recipe

Name: Butter Chicken and Spinach Rigatoni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Chicken breast or 3-4 chicken thighs; 1 tbsp Butter/buttery spread; 1 Chopped onion; 1/2 tbsp Chilli flakes; 200 grams Rigatoni; 1 bunch Young spinach washed and drained; 100 grams Grated Cheddar + a little extra for sprinkling on top; 1/2 cup Creme fraiche; 1 Pepper; 1 Parmesan

Servings: persons

1
Melt butter in a saute pan, add chicken and cook through
2
Preheat oven to 200F
3
Cook rigatoni to required texture
4
Add chopped onion to pan and brown
5
Drain any excess fat
6
Add chilli flakes and some pepper
7
Add torn spinach, replace lid and cook for approximately 6 minutes or until spinach is wilted
8
Drain excess
9
Add cooked and drained pasta to the pan and stir together
10
Add grated cheese a handful at a time, stirring and melting between additions
11
Add creme fraiche and stir through thoroughly
12
Add pepper to taste
13
Transfer to oven proof dish, sprinkle extra grated cheese over top
14
Bake for 5-10 minutes until crispy on top
15
Serve with pepper and parmesan to taste

345

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Chicken breast or 3-4 chicken thighs, 1 tbsp Butter/buttery spread, 1 Chopped onion, 1/2 tbsp Chilli flakes, and more.

Yes, Butter Chicken and Spinach Rigatoni falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Butter Chicken and Spinach Rigatoni

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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