Chicken And Spinach Rigatoni Casserole Recipe

Name: Chicken And Spinach Rigatoni Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 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

Servings: persons

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

1
Cook pasta according to pkg directions and drain.
2
Place spinach on paper towel and squeeze until barely moist.
3
Add oil to a large non stick skillet and place over medium heat until hot.
4
Add onion and garlic and saute until tender.
5
Add chicken and cook until it loses its pink colour, stirring constantly.
6
Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano and crushed red pepper flakes.
7
Bring to a boil and then reduce heat.
8
Simmer 5 minutes, uncovered stirring occasionally.
9
Combine pasta, spinach, chicken mixture and 1/4 cup cheese in a bowl; stir well.
10
Spoon into 13 X 9 baking dish coated with cooking spray.
11
Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup parmesan cheese over the top.
12
Bake at 350u00b0 for 20 minutes.

700

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 ounces rigatoni pasta (uncooked), 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained, 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Spinach Rigatoni Casserole 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.

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Chicken And Spinach Rigatoni Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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