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Chicken and Zucchini Arrabbiata

Chicken and Zucchini Arrabbiata: 5-Minute Flavor Explosion

A spicy Italian dish featuring chicken and zucchini in a flavorful tomato sauce.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 chicken fillets, diced
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute.
  4. Add zucchini and cook until tender.
  5. Pour in crushed tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
  • Serve with pasta or crusty bread.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chicken and Zucchini Arrabbiata, Italian Chicken, Zucchini Recipe