
Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Creamy, flavorful, and packed with protein, this Tuscan-inspired rigatoni with Keystone Chicken is the perfect comforting meal for any night of the week. With a rich sundried tomato and garlic-infused sauce, every bite is a delicious balance of hearty and fresh.
Ingredients
- 1 can (28 oz) Keystone Chicken, drained
- 2 Tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 Tbsp Tomato paste
- 1/4 cup Sundried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 pound Rigatoni pasta
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1/4 tsp Chili flakes (optional)
- 2 cups fresh Spinach
- Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Steps
- Boil the rigatoni noodles in salted water according to package instructions. Be sure to save about 1-2 cups of pasta water before draining. Set the pasta aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until soft and fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).
- Stir in the cherry tomatoes and sundried tomatoes, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, allowing it to thicken. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water, and stir to create a smooth, creamy sauce. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and reduce.
- Add salt, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, parsley, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using). Stir to combine and let the sauce simmer for a few more minutes.
- Stir in the Keystone Chicken, breaking it up with a spoon. Let it heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat the noodles evenly. Add more reserved pasta water, a little at a time, to reach your desired sauce consistency.
- Stir in the fresh spinach, allowing it to wilt in the sauce. Garnish with parmesan cheese and more parsley, if desired.
- Plate the pasta and serve with extra grated parmesan cheese on top for that perfect finishing touch.