Red Hot Fusilli
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Serves4 (2 cups each)
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 4 cups tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tablespoon basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 8 ounces fusilli pasta, uncooked
- 8 ounces chicken breast, boneless and skinless, diced (optional)
Directions
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute garlic and parsley until golden.
- Add tomatoes and spices. Cook uncovered over low heat 15 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently.
- Add chicken and continue cooking for 15 minutes until chicken is heated through and sauce is thick.
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- To serve, spoon sauce over pasta and sprinkle with coarsely chopped parsley.
Recipe Tips
Serve hot or cold. This makes great leftovers for a lunch.
Nutrition Facts
Red Hot Fusilli
Amount Per Serving (2 cups eachg)
Calories 296
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g
11%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 48mg
16%
Sodium 186mg
8%
Potassium 608mg
17%
Total Carbohydrates 34g
11%
Dietary Fiber 4g
16%
Sugars 5g
Protein 24g
48%
Vitamin A
35%
Vitamin C
47%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
4%
Iron
14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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