Basil Chicken over Angel Hair
Description
Cubed chicken breast is simmered in a peppery tomato-basil sauce and tossed with fine strands of angel hair pasta.
Ingredients
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1 (8 ounce) package angel hair pasta
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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1/2 cup finely chopped onion
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1 clove garlic, chopped
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2 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
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2 cups boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cubed
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1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
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1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
Directions
1
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook angel hair pasta until it is al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
2
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Saute the onions and garlic. Stir in the tomatoes, chicken, basil, salt and hot pepper sauce. Reduce heat to medium, and cover skillet. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until mixture is hot and tomatoes are soft.
3
Toss sauce with hot cooked angel hair pasta to coat. Serve with Parmesan cheese.