Description
Savor the irresistible flavors of spicy chicken and mozzarella pasta, a comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper until browned.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine pasta with the sauce and mix in half of the mozzarella until melted.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and serve garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 315g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 71g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg