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Spicy Garlic Chicken Pasta – Pan‑Seared Chicken in a Bold Tomato‑Garlic Sauce

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A bold and flavorful pasta dish featuring pan-seared chicken tossed in a spicy tomato-garlic sauce, perfect for lovers of heat and hearty Italian-inspired meals.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz penne or spaghetti pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season sliced chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked, about 5–6 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add more olive oil if needed. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then add crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 3–5 minutes until heated through.
  7. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat well.
  8. Sprinkle with Parmesan and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
  • Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • Can be made with gluten-free pasta for dietary needs.

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Keywords: spicy chicken pasta, garlic tomato pasta, pan-seared chicken, Italian pasta, quick dinner

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