Vegetarian Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce and Chicken
This hearty Vegetarian Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce and Chicken is a delightful twist on classic Italian comfort food, offering all the rich flavors of a traditional tomato-based pasta dish without the meat. Featuring perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti tossed in a robust homemade tomato sauce made with aromatic onions, garlic, and a blend of dried basil, oregano, and red chili flakes, this dish strikes the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and subtly spiced. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for special gatherings. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan and vibrant basil leaves for a refreshing pop of flavor and color. Perfect as a filling vegetarian entrée (with notes of chicken-inspired seasoning), this dish transforms simple pantry ingredients into a crowd-pleasing masterpiece.
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Ingredients
- 400 g Spaghetti
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 large, finely chopped Onion
- 4 cloves, minced Garlic
- 800 g Canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tsp, dried Basil
- 1 tsp, dried Oregano
- 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes
- 1 tsp (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 50 g, grated (optional for garnish) Parmesan cheese
- 6 leaves (optional for garnish) Fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
1. Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
Step 2
2. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Step 3
3. Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Step 4
4. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and stir in the tomato paste until well combined.
Step 5
5. Add the dried basil, dried oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to the tomato sauce. Stir well and let the sauce simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
6. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a splash of water to thin it down to your desired consistency.
Step 7
7. Once the sauce has finished simmering, add the cooked spaghetti to the saucepan and toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the tomato sauce.
Step 8
8. Serve the vegetarian spaghetti hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1537.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1565.0 |
| Total Fat 71.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g | |
| Cholesterol 60.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3753.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 182.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.7g | |
| Protein 51.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 830.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2492.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories