Creamy Garlic Chicken Rigatoni with Artichokes
Creamy garlic chicken rigatoni combines tender chicken and pasta with mushrooms, marinated artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Chardonnay, heavy cream, and aged Cheddar create a rich, lightly tangy sauce, while garlic and herb-infused olive oil add depth; it is a satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creamy Garlic Chicken Rigatoni with Artichokes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 13 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 38
- Heart Health
- 59
- Metabolic
- 35
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 51
- Performance
- 39
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and reserve the pasta water.
- 2
Meanwhile, combine tapioca starch, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat.
- 3
Heat olive oil in a skillet until it shimmers. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Do not add more olive oil or butter.
- 4
Pour in the reserved pasta water and add mushrooms, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes.
- 5
Mix in white wine, cream, and Cheddar cheese. Whisk until the sauce is slightly thickened. Add rigatoni and toss to combine.
- 6
Add rigatoni and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
- Calories 430.33 kcal High 22%
- Protein 31.1 g Good Source 62%
- Carbohydrate 46.77 g 17%
- Total Fat 13.3 g Moderate 17%
- Saturated Fat 4.75 g High 24%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 79.51 mg High 27%
- Sodium 267.32 mg Moderate 12%
- Dietary Fiber 4.52 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 2.88 g --
- Added Sugars 1.49 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 119.47 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 3.08 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 310.98 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 28.82 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 3.03 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.03 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Creamy Garlic Chicken Rigatoni with Artichokes is made with 18 ingredients and serves 5. It takes about 25 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Aged Cheddar Cheese, Artichoke Hearts, Black Pepper, and Chardonnay White Wine. Each serving provides about 430.33 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy Garlic Chicken Rigatoni with Artichokes made of?
- The main ingredients are Aged Cheddar Cheese, Artichoke Hearts, Black Pepper, Chardonnay White Wine, Chicken Breast. The full list of 18 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creamy Garlic Chicken Rigatoni with Artichokes?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 430.33 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy Garlic Chicken Rigatoni with Artichokes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 18 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Creamy Garlic Chicken Rigatoni with Artichokes healthy?
- Creamy Garlic Chicken Rigatoni with Artichokes has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 430.33 calories and 31.1 g of protein, or 62% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 267.32 mg (12% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.75 g (24% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, Tomatoes, Garlic and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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