Description
Spicy Chicken Pasta is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that blends tender chicken and al dente pasta with a creamy, spicy sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is easy to prepare and ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Impress your family and friends with each delicious bite that celebrates bold flavors and comforting textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the chicken and mincing the garlic.
- Cook the fusilli according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring; simmer gently until thickened slightly (about 3-4 minutes).
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, stirring until well coated; top with grated Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg