Buca Di Beppo Spicy Chicken Rigatoni Recipe
Buca di Beppo Spicy Chicken Rigatoni is a classic Italian dish that is both simple and flavorful. With easy to find ingredients and simple instructions, you can easily recreate easy-to-find Italian cuisine in your own kitchen.
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Servings: 5 people
Calories: 541kcal
Equipment
- A Pot
- a bowl
- large skillet
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of crushed red pepper flakes providing a fiery and spicy kick that adds a bold and zesty flavor to the dish, elevating its overall heat level.
- 1/8 tablespoon of Kosher Salt enhancing the flavors of the ingredients and bringing out their natural tastes while adding a subtle seasoning to the dish.
- 1/2 cup of Cream Cheese-Based Sauce creating a rich and velvety texture that coats the pasta, adding a creamy and indulgent element to the dish.
- 1/4 cup of Frozen Sweet Corn providing a burst of natural sweetness and a pop of vibrant color to the dish, adding a delightful crunch and freshness.
- 1 cup of vegetable oil or avocado oil serving as a high-heat cooking oil that ensures a crispy and golden texture when frying or sautéing ingredients, adding a touch of richness to the dish.
- 6 ounces of Boneless and Skinless chicken breasts offering lean and tender protein that adds heartiness and a savory element to the recipe, enhancing its overall flavor profile.
- 1/2 cup of Marinara Sauce offering a tangy and savory tomato-based sauce that brings depth and robustness to the dish, complementing the other flavors.
- 1 tablespoon of Garlic, Minced infusing a pungent and aromatic essence that adds depth and complexity to the dish, enhancing its overall taste profile.
- 1/8 tablespoon of Freshly Ground Black Pepper adding a subtle spiciness and depth of flavor to the dish, balancing the other seasonings and enhancing the overall taste.
- 16- ounce Rigatoni Pasta a tube-shaped pasta with ridges that perfectly holds onto sauces, creating a satisfying and toothsome texture in every bite.
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring two quarts of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the rigatoni and cook for about 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- In a medium-sized bowl, season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic. Heat up some vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for about 8 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Once finished cooking, transfer to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, add in the cooked rigatoni, cream cheese-based and marinara sauces, pepper flakes, and sweet corn. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until everything is heated through. Thinly slice the chicken breasts and them to the pan. Stir together until everything is combined.
- Serve the Buca Di Beppo Spicy Chicken Rigatoni while it's hot. Top with some freshly grated parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy your delicious dinner!
Notes
- For an extra kick of spice, add more pepper flakes to the dish.
- If you don't have cream cheese-based sauce, you can use any other kind of creamy pasta sauce like Alfredo or Garlic Cream Sauce.
- Top the rigatoni with some freshly chopped parsley for garnish and additional flavor.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach to the dish for a boost of nutrition.
- If you want more protein, try adding some crumbled sausage or bacon to the rigatoni.
- To make this dish vegan, simply replace the chicken with tofu and use a plant-based cream sauce.
- To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta such as quinoa or brown rice pasta.
- If you don't have fresh garlic on hand, feel free to use garlic powder instead.
- If you don't have marinara sauce on hand, you can use any other type of pasta sauce like arrabbiata or Bolognese.
- To make this dish spicier, try adding some red pepper flakes or sriracha to the dish after it's cooked.
- For a cheesier flavor, you can add some grated Parmesan or mozzarella cheese to the dish.
- For a healthier version of this recipe, try using whole wheat rigatoni and lighter cream sauces like light Alfredo sauce.