Red Hot Fusilli Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 1/4 cup | Chopped parsley |
| 4 | Fresh tomatoes |
| 1 | Fresh basil |
| 1 tsp | Dried basil |
| 1/4 tsp | Oregano leaves |
| – | Dried oregano |
| 8 oz | Fusilli pasta |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| – | Cayenne pepper |
| 1 | Chicken breast |
Instructions:
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Heat the oil: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
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Saute garlic and parsley: Add the minced garlic and chopped parsley to the saucepan. Saute until golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
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Prepare the tomatoes: Roughly chop the fresh tomatoes and add them to the saucepan along with the dried basil, oregano leaves, salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper for some heat.
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Cook the sauce: Cook the sauce uncovered over low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens and the flavors meld together beautifully.
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Optional: Add chicken: If desired, slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add them to the sauce. Continue cooking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
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Cook the pasta: While the sauce is simmering, cook the fusilli pasta in a large pot of boiling unsalted water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
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Combine sauce and pasta: To serve, spoon the hot sauce over the cooked fusilli pasta and toss to combine, ensuring that each strand of pasta is coated in the flavorful sauce.
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Garnish and serve: Garnish with additional chopped parsley for a fresh burst of color and flavor. Serve the Red Hot Fusilli hot as a satisfying main dish, or chill it in the refrigerator overnight for a delightful cold lunch the next day.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 278.2
- Fat: 4.7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 159.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 50.5g
- Fiber: 4.3g
- Sugar: 5.8g
- Protein: 9.3g
Keywords:
Chicken, Poultry, Vegetable, Meat, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Spicy, Stove Top, Lunch, Snacks.
This Red Hot Fusilli recipe is a tantalizing combination of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or snack. The aromatic blend of garlic, parsley, and tomatoes creates a rich and zesty sauce, while a hint of cayenne pepper adds a fiery kick that will awaken your taste buds. Whether enjoyed piping hot straight from the stove or chilled for a refreshing meal on the go, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch of Red Hot Fusilli that’s guaranteed to spice up your day!
