Easy Spicy Chicken Pasta

Name: Easy Spicy Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 200 grams Pasta (Penne, spaghetti, or fusilli); 250 grams Chicken Breast (Cut into bite-sized pieces); 1 small Onion (Finely chopped); 2 cloves Garlic (Minced); 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes (Adjust to taste for desired spice level); 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground); 1/2 cup Heavy Cream (Or full-fat milk/coconut milk for a dairy-free option); 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated, plus extra for garnish); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; to taste Salt; 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or Coriander (Chopped, for garnish); as needed Water

This recipe guides you through making a deliciously easy and spicy chicken pasta, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Featuring tender chicken cooked in a rich, creamy, and spicy sauce, then tossed with your favorite pasta. It's a fusion of comforting pasta with a Sri Lankan-inspired kick.

#Spicy

#Chicken

#Pasta

#Creamy

#Easy

#Weeknight Meal

#Sri Lankan Inspired

#Quick

Sautéing Chicken

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

40m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Fusion

Sinhala

Nutrition (per serving)

650

Calories

45g

Protein

60g

Carbs

30g

Fat

Creamy Sauce Simmering

Ingredients

Servings: 3

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pasta Tossed in Sauce

Instructions

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
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Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining; it can be used to thin the sauce if needed.
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While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
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While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
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Do not overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.
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Remove chicken from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed, then add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
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Remove chicken from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed, then add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
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Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan; they add flavor to the sauce.
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Add minced garlic and chili flakes to the pan, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Add minced garlic and chili flakes to the pan, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can turn bitter.
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Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to deepen its flavor.
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Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to deepen its flavor.
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Cooking the tomato paste helps remove its raw taste.
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Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan.
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Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan.
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If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
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Add the drained pasta to the pan with the sauce and chicken. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
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Add the drained pasta to the pan with the sauce and chicken. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
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Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley or coriander and extra Parmesan cheese.
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Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley or coriander and extra Parmesan cheese.
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Enjoy hot as a complete meal.