Spicy Chicken Orecchiette

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Spicy Chicken Orecchiette recipe for an easy weeknight dinner

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 skinless , boneless chicken breast halves
	1 cup uncooked orecchiette pasta
	1 cup tomato pasta sauce
	1/2 cup broccolini , cut into 1 inch pieces
	1/2 can stewed tomatoes , drained
	1/3 cup sliced portobello mushrooms
	2 tablespoons minced garlic
	2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-3

Calories

494

Sugar

Fat

19g

Spicy Chicken Orecchiette is a delicious Italian-inspired dish that is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. The orecchiette pasta pairs perfectly with the spicy tomato sauce, which is flavored with broccolini, portobello mushrooms, and red pepper flakes. This recipe is also great for meal prep as it can be made in advance and enjoyed throughout the week.

Instructions

1.	Cook the orecchiette pasta according to instructions on the package, drain and set aside.
2.	Heat up a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
3.	Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4.	In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
5.	Add the broccolini, portobello mushrooms, and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6.	Add the tomato pasta sauce and stewed tomatoes to the skillet and stir to combine.
7.	Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to coat the chicken with the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
8.	Add the cooked orecchiette pasta to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce and chicken.
9.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This Spicy Chicken Orecchiette recipe is a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner option.

The recipe uses healthy ingredients such as chicken, broccolini, and portobello mushrooms for a well-rounded meal.

It can also be easily adjusted by adding more or less crushed red pepper flakes depending on your desired level of spice.

CONS

This recipe contains pasta sauce which can sometimes contain added sugar and sodium.

It also contains crushed red pepper flakes which may be too spicy for some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken in this recipe provides a good source of protein which helps to build and repair muscle tissue.
The broccolini and portobello mushrooms are a great source of fiber which can help promote digestive health and keep you feeling full for longer periods of time.
The crushed red pepper flakes in this recipe contain capsaicin which has been linked to reducing inflammation and pain.