Semi Homemade Grilled Chicken and Spicy Pasta

Name: Semi Homemade Grilled Chicken and Spicy Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small onion; 1 garlic clove; ¼ tablespoon salt; ¼ tablespoon pepper; 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes; ½ cup marinara sauce; ¼ cup whipping cream; 12 lb rotini pasta; 4 grilled chicken breast fillets (frozen bag from store)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 375 to heat the ready grilled chicken breast fillets for 20-25 minutes.
2
Boil water for rotini pasta, cook for 15 minutes.
3
Save 1/2 cup of the cooking starchy water for the sauce.
4
Heat olive oil in pan.
5
Add chopped onion and garlic to heated oil, saute until onions are almost browned.
6
Add salt pepper and red pepper flakes.
7
Add marinara sauce and cream, cook until it comes to a boil and add heated chicken into pan, cook for 5 minutes.
8
When pasta is done, drain and add 1/2 tablespoon of butter.
9
Place pasta, and the chicken and sauce into serving platter.
10
I like to top mine off with some cheese and let it melt.
11
ENJOY!

5376

kcal

Calories

Fat

1017

Carbs

210

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small onion, 1 garlic clove, ¼ tablespoon salt, and more.

Yes, Semi Homemade Grilled Chicken and Spicy 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!