Spicy Tequila Rigatoni

Name: Spicy Tequila Rigatoni
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 16 ounces rigatoni pasta; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; ½ medium yellow onion, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons crushed Calabrian chili peppers (adjust based on heat preference); 4 cloves garlic, finely minced; ¼ teaspoon Sugar; Kosher salt to taste; 8 ounces tomato paste; ¼ cup tequila blanco; ¾ cup heavy cream; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, plus more for serving; ½ cup pasta water, or more as needed; Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:35min

If you love a simple and spicy pasta dish, then you’re going to love this Spicy Tequila Rigatoni recipe. It’s so easy to make and is a spin on the classic Pasta Alla Vodka. Although I have to say, I like this better! The creamy Calabrian chili sauce is packed with so much flavor. Hope you love it!

Updated at: Sun, 26 Oct 2025 07:17:22 GMT