Mike Schulz Explains How Utica Chicken Riggies Became Famous

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner and thighs are more economical.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated Pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

Cook rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

In a large skillet, sauté cubes of chicken breast until browned and cooked through.

Add spicy marinara sauce to the skillet and stir to combine with the chicken.

Incorporate wine into the sauce and let simmer for a few minutes.

Add grated cheese and stir until melted and well combined.

Fold in cherry peppers for added flavor and heat.

Serve the chicken riggies hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.

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