Description
A spicy and flavorful pasta dish featuring chicken and penne in a tomato-based sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g penne pasta
- 300g chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 400g canned crushed tomatoes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red chili flakes, sauté for 1 minute.
- Add diced chicken, cook until browned.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and salt, simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add cooked penne to the sauce, mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by varying the chili flakes.
- Use whole wheat penne for a healthier option.
- Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken penne arrabbiata, spicy pasta, Italian chicken recipe