Spicy Chicken Rigatoni

• porcije: 4 servings
• aktivno vrijeme: 5 minutes
• ukupno vrijeme: 27 minutes

Sastojci

1 lb rigatoni noodles (cooked al dente according to package directions)

3-4 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp garlic (minced)

1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp coarse black pepper

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into thin strips (about 1 pound of chicken)

½ tsp salt (more or less to taste)

2 cups alfredo sauce (see recipe here)

2 cups marinara sauce

½ cup frozen peas

2 tbsp butter

sprinkle of fresh parmesan and a pinch of red pepper flakes for garnish

Upute

Cook rigatoni according to package directions. Don't forget to salt the pasta water. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet on medium-high heat, heat two tablespoons of olive oil. Sauté garlic, red pepper flake, and coarse black pepper for 2-3 minutes.

Add in the strips of chicken breast and ½ teaspoon salt and cook until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Add in marinara sauce and stir. Then add in alfredo sauce. Let the sauces simmer for about 10 minutes.

Stir in two tablespoons of butter and ½ cup peas. Stir until the butter melts and the peas are heated through.

Combine the chicken and sauce with the cooked rigatoni. Stir to combine.

Garnish with fresh parmesan cheese and a pinch or two of red pepper flake.