Description
A pork-free, alcohol-free indulgence of tender roasted chicken, hearty rigatoni pasta, and a velvety garlic-parmesan sauce. This Italian-American classic balances rich, creamy flavors with culinary integrity, perfect for comfort meals.
Ingredients
Chicken breasts (thinly sliced), 1 1/2 lb
Garlic, minced, 4 cloves
Parmesan cheese, grated, 1 cup
Heavy whipping cream, 1 cup
Smoked turkey bacon, 6 slices
Rigatoni pasta, 12 oz
Butter, 1/2 cup
White grape juice, 3/4 cup
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper, roast for 15 minutes.
In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; sauté 1 minute.
Whisk in butter, then gradually add heavy cream and white grape juice. Simmer 5 minutes.
Stir in 3/4 cup parmesan until thickened. Combine with cooked, drained rigatoni.
Toss with roasted chicken and finish with remaining parmesan and crispy turkey bacon.
Notes
Use fresh garlic for the best flavor
Reserve 2 tablespoons parmesan for garnish
Rigatoni’s ridges hold sauce better than smooth pasta
Vegetarian alternative: omit chicken and add sautéed mushrooms
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop/Oven
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg