Spicy Chicken Rigatoni (Chicken Riggies) Recipe

Name: Spicy Chicken Rigatoni (Chicken Riggies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) box rigatoni pasta; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 5 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste; 1 large shallot, chopped; 3 boneless chicken thighs, cut into small pieces, or more to taste; 5 fresh cherry peppers, thinly sliced, or more to taste; 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1/4 cup dry sherry; 1/2 cup whole milk; 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves, torn

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) box rigatoni pasta
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 large shallot, chopped
3 boneless chicken thighs, cut into small pieces, or more to taste
5 fresh cherry peppers, thinly sliced, or more to taste
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 cup dry sherry
1/2 cup whole milk
1 small bunch fresh basil leaves, torn

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 13 minutes. Drain.
2
Heat butter and oil together in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and shallot to the skillet; cook and stir until fragrant and shallots are translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken; cook and stir until it is no longer pink and the internal temperature reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 5 minutes.
3
Mix cherry peppers into chicken mixture; cook until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce; mix thoroughly. Lower heat to medium and simmer, 7 to 10 minutes.
4
Pour sherry into tomato sauce mixture; simmer, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Pour in milk and simmer, about 5 minutes.
5
Remove from heat and mix in torn basil leaves. Spoon tomato sauce over pasta to serve.

438

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) box rigatoni pasta, 3 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 5 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste, and more.

Yes, Spicy Chicken Rigatoni (Chicken Riggies) 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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Spicy Chicken Rigatoni (Chicken Riggies)

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Variations & substitutions

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