• Kosher salt

  • 1

     box (16 oz) rigatoni

  • 2 Tbsp.

    extra virgin olive oil

  • 2

    boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces

  • 1/2

    medium onion, chopped

  • 2

    large bell peppers, chopped

  • 3/4

    hot or sweet pickled peppers, chopped

  • 3

    cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 tsp.

    red pepper flakes, optional

  • 1/2 c.

    dry white wine

  • 2 c.

    tomato puree or sauce

  • Freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 c.

    freshly grated parmesan, plus more for garnish

  • Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish