Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over chicken on all sides and rub it in.
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle seasoning mixture over chicken on all sides.
- In a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil. Once hot, add chicken. Sear for 3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Place the chicken onto a plate and tent to keep warm as you prepare the pasta and sauce.
- Add rigatoni to a pot of boiling salted water. Cook al dente according to package instructions (about 14 minutes).
- In the same large skillet where you cooked the chicken, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallots and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook until the shallots are softened (3-5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add tomato paste, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add heavy cream and milk. Stir to combine.
- Add spinach, parmesan cheese, and tomatoes. Toss to combine. Reduce heat to low and simmer until cheese is fully melted and spinach is wilted, 8-10 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat.
- Slice or cube the chicken and add to the pasta and sauce.
- Serve topped with more parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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Notes
This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a restaurant-quality experience at home.
