Spicy pasta with chicken and tomatoes
4 servings
40 minutes
Spicy pasta with chicken and tomatoes is a true harmony of Italian cuisine. The dish's roots go back to the traditions of simple yet exquisite recipes where fresh ingredients reveal the depth of flavor. Juicy chicken breast sautéed with onions and garlic meets pasta and sweet cherry tomatoes, creating a rich, balanced taste. Lemon juice adds a light tanginess while spices bring a hint of spiciness. Melted mozzarella cheese finishes the dish with tenderness and stretchiness, making it perfect for both family dinners and cozy evenings. This pasta is not just food; it's a small gastronomic journey to the heart of Italy.
1
In a large, deep skillet, sauté finely chopped onion in heated oil until soft and translucent. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds while stirring.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion: 50 g
- Finely chopped garlic: 1 tablespoon
2
Cut the chicken into cubes, add it to the vegetables, and fry until all the pink spots disappear on the outside. There's no need to cook it through. This way, the chicken will remain beautiful and juicy as it continues to cook.
- Chicken breast: 450 g
3
Then add pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, the juice of one lemon, and spices. Pour in broth and water. Bring to a boil and cook until most of the liquid evaporates.
- Pasta: 250 g
- Cherry tomatoes: 90 g
- Lemon: 1 piece
- Dried basil: 1 teaspoon
- Ground black pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
- Red pepper flakes: 0.3 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Chicken broth: 180 ml
- Water: 1 glass
4
Remove from heat, sprinkle cheese on top, cover with a lid, and let it sit for 10 minutes until the cheese melts and the remaining liquid is absorbed.
- Mozzarella cheese: 250 g