Rigatoni Florentine

Pan-roasted garlic adds heady savor to a rich and creamy basil-infused tomato sauce. Tender cubes of sauteed chicken and fresh, green spinach go for a quick simmer along with cooked rigatoni. Toss this marvelous meal with mozzarella cheese, and serve.

• Calories: 778 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pint heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 10 ounces fresh spinach, washed and chopped
• 1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
• 2 pounds boneless chicken, cubed
• 26 ounces spaghetti sauce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and reserve.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and saute until cooked through and no longer pink inside. Add garlic to skillet; saute until golden. Add cream and spaghetti sauce to skillet; cook over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until sauce thickens.

Step 3

Add cooked chicken and spinach and cook until spinach reduces. Then add rigatoni; toss with cheese and serve.