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Hot fusilli

Recipe Information

Description:
Hot fusilli is a delicious Italian recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 40 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 55 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 40 Minutes
Total Time 55 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Fusilli; Chicken; Tomatoes
Category Pasta; Poultry; Fruit
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine Italian; American; Fusion
Cook Method Sautéing; Stove Top; Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced

  • 4 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon oregano leaves, crushed

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • Cayenne pepper to taste

  • 1/2 pound cooked chicken breasts, diced into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 8 ounces uncooked fusilli pasta (4 cups cooked)

Directions

  • Heat a medium frying pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the garlic and parsley until almost brown.

  • Combine the tomatoes and all spices with the garlic and parsley in the frying pan. Turn the heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, for approximately 15 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken.

  • Add chicken to the pan and cook for an additional 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked thoroughly and the glaze is thick.

  • In a medium pot, boil water and cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain the pasta and pour the tomato and chicken sauce on top. Season the pasta with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 311 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Cholesterol: 97mg

  • Sodium: 238mg

  • Carbohydrate: 30g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 33g