Chicken Fra Diavolo Pasta
Chicken Fra Diavolo Pasta is a vibrant, spicy dish that combines tender chicken and zesty tomatoes, creating an irresistible flavor explosion. This hearty meal brings warmth to your kitchen and is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. With just the right amount of heat from red pepper flakes, this pasta dish is both comforting and exciting. Get ready to savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Sauté garlic and chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Add tomatoes and spices: Stir in crushed tomatoes and red pepper flakes; simmer until sauce thickens.
- Cook the pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Combine: Toss drained pasta with the sauce in the skillet. Add reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Garnish and serve: Top with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 375g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, let the sauce simmer longer. Feel free to customize by adding spinach or bell peppers or substituting chicken with shrimp.