Spicy Italian Chicken
Ignite your taste buds with this hearty and flavorful Spicy Italian Chicken recipe! Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with a blend of smoky paprika, Italian herbs, and a kick of crushed red pepper flakes, then simmered to perfection in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce. Infused with oregano, basil, and a hint of spice, the sauce is irresistibly aromatic and pairs beautifully with a generous sprinkle of melted Parmesan cheese. Serve this dish over al dente pasta or with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the zesty sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and will transport your kitchen straight to the heart of Italy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pcs chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 6 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- cooked pasta or crusty bread for serving
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chicken. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the chicken with half the salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until they are browned but not fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and dried basil to the skillet. Stir well to release the spices' aromatic flavor.
Carefully pour the canned crushed tomatoes into the skillet. Add the remaining salt and stir well to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes.
Return the partially cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the tomato sauce. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.
Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer the chicken in the sauce for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the lid and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top. Allow it to melt for about 1 minute.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot over cooked pasta or alongside crusty bread. Enjoy your Spicy Italian Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2130 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.3 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.6 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 612 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 4546 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.3 g | ||
| Protein | 249.3 g | 499% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 786 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2858 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
