Pasta With Chicken And Peppers Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time30 MinCooking Time35 Min
Ready In1 Hr 5 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexAverageServings4
CourseMethod
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Extra virgin olive oil5 Tablespoon, divided
 Boneless chicken breast1 Large, cut into strips
 Onion1 Medium, chopped
 Red bell pepper1 Medium, cut into strips
 Green bell pepper1 Medium, cut into strips
 Garlic1 Clove (5gm), minced
 Ground red pepper1/8 Teaspoon
 Tomatoes2 Large, chopped
 3/4 pound uncooked pasta tubes, such as penne

Directions

MAKING
1) Place a large skillet over medium heat and pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Heat the oil and add the chicken. Cook and stir till the meat is tendered. Remove from the skillet and set the chicken aside.
2) To the skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and cook and stir the bell peppers and onion till tendered.
3) Put the chicken back in the skillet and add the ground red pepper and garlic. Cook for 3 minutes, constantly stirring.
4) Add the tomatoes and cook for 10 more minutes over low heat.
5) While the chicken mixture is being cooked slowly, prepare the pasta as per the directions on the package. Ensure that there is no overcooking. Drain the pasta and in a large bowl, tosss with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

SERVING
6) Serve hot with sauce on the side.
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