Rigatoni with Chicken and Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Rigatoni with Chicken and Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 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

Servings: persons

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the pasta and cook as the label directs.
3
Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain.
4
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat.
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Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until golden, about 30 seconds.
6
Add the onion, bell peppers and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
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Cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
8
Add the tomatoes and cook until softened, about 7 minutes.
9
Add the chicken, basil, pasta and the reserved cooking water to the tomato sauce.
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Cook, stirring, until warmed through, about 4 minutes.
11
Drizzle each serving with olive oil and top with basil and the cherry peppers.
12
Photograph by Ryan Dausch

518

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 12 ounces rigatoni, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling, 3 cloves garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Rigatoni with Chicken and Bell Peppers 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!

Rigatoni with Chicken and Bell Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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