I Have No Idea (Chicken With Rotini Pasta) Recipe

Name: I Have No Idea (Chicken With Rotini Pasta)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon garlic granules; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon onion salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons dried parsley; 12 ounces rotini pasta, cooked according to package directions; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 - 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, julienned; 1/3 cup chicken stock; 1/4 cup red pepper, diced; 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 teaspoon garlic; shrimp (optional); 1 small tomatoes, chopped; parmesan cheese, to taste; pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic granules
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons dried parsley
12 ounces rotini pasta, cooked according to package directions
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 - 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, julienned
1/3 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup red pepper, diced
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon garlic
shrimp (optional)
1 small tomatoes, chopped
parmesan cheese, to taste
pepper, to taste

1
Combine first six ingredients (sugar, garlic, nutmeg, onion salt, cayenne pepper and parsley) in medium bowl. Add sliced chicken breasts and toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
2
Begin cooking pasta according to the package directions.
3
In large saute pan, add olive oil and heat until almost smoking.
4
Add seasoned chicken to olive oil and cook over medium heat until no longer pink.
5
Add chicken stock and diced red pepper. Cook until peppers are crisply tender.
6
Add unsalted butter and garlic and toss gently to coat. (Add shrimp here, if using).
7
Add cooked pasta and toss with chicken. Top with chopped fresh tomatoes and parmesan cheese. Add pepper to taste.

575

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic granules, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, 1 teaspoon onion salt, and more.

Yes, I Have No Idea (Chicken With Rotini Pasta) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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I Have No Idea (Chicken With Rotini Pasta)

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