Rigatoni With Swiss Chard And Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Rigatoni With Swiss Chard And Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces rigatoni pasta (about 5 cups); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch-long by 1/2 inch-wide strips; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup chicken broth; 8 cups coarsely chopped swiss chard leaves (about 8 ounces); 1 tablespoon butter; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste; 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; Garnish; fresh ground pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

12 ounces rigatoni pasta (about 5 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch-long by 1/2 inch-wide strips
1/4 cup coarsely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
8 cups coarsely chopped swiss chard leaves (about 8 ounces)
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Garnish
fresh ground pepper (optional)

1
Boil rigatoni until al dente.
2
While the rigatoni is cooking, heat the oil in a large nonstick saute pan over medium-high heat.
3
Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until the bell pepper is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
4
Reduce the heat to medium; stir in the chicken broth, chard, butter, and pepper; cover and cook until the chard and the bell pepper are tender, about 5 minutes.
5
Remove the pan from the heat; stir in the balsamic vinegar and salt.
6
When the rigatoni is done, drain well; return to the pot.
7
Add the chard mixture and toss; Add the Parmesan cheese and toss again.
8
Taste and adjust the seasoning.

550

kcal

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces rigatoni pasta (about 5 cups), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch-long by 1/2 inch-wide strips, 1/4 cup coarsely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Rigatoni With Swiss Chard 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 Swiss Chard And Bell Peppers

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