Creamy Chicken Rigatoni is a flavorful pasta dish featuring marinated chicken, a rich sauce with garlic, vegetables, and creamy goodness. Perfect for a cozy night in, it's sure to impress with its herby and comforting notes.
1: Start by making the chicken marinade with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, cumin, and paprika. Mix well and marinate chicken in the refrigerator until ready.
2: Cook your pasta until al dente.
3: In a large pan, sauté olive oil, minced garlic, chopped white onion, and chopped red bell pepper for 5-6 minutes until fragrant.
4: Add tomato paste, chicken stock, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, and spices, and sauté for a few minutes.
5: Stir in the cream and let the sauce simmer on low.
6: In a separate pan, cook the marinated chicken in olive oil for 6-7 minutes until done.
7: After the sauce has simmered for 10 minutes, add the cooked pasta to the sauce.
8: Remove from heat and stir in the cooked chicken. Let sit before serving.
