Paul Newman's Spicy Chicken Over Angel Hair

Turn up the heat on your weeknight dinner routine with Paul Newman's Spicy Chicken Over Angel Hair, a dish that perfectly balances bold flavors and creamy indulgence. Tender, golden-brown chicken breasts are seasoned with a lively blend of cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and black pepper, ensuring each bite packs a flavorful punch. Served over delicate angel hair pasta, this dish features a rich marinara sauce infused with heavy cream, sautéed onions, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for just the right amount of spice. Fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese add the perfect finishing touches, making this a luxurious yet approachable meal ready in under an hour. Perfect for pasta lovers and fans of flavorful, comforting dishes, this recipe is a standout choice for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 ounces Angel hair pasta
• 1 cup Chopped onion
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 cups Paul Newman's marinara sauce (or any high-quality marinara sauce)
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet used for the chicken, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes, until soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the marinara sauce and stir well. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips and add it back to the skillet with the sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes to heat through.

Step 7

Plate the cooked angel hair pasta and spoon the spicy chicken and sauce mixture over the top.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1424.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2756.1

Total Fat 126.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 455.8mg	0%
Sodium 5292.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.7g	0%
Total Sugars 37.5g
Protein 162.6g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 653.4mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 2365.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 33.8%