Spicy Chicken Spaghetti II

Ingredients and Weight:

• Spaghetti: 500g
• Chicken breast: 300g
• Red bell pepper: 1 (medium sized)
• Yellow bell pepper: 1 (medium sized)
• Green bell pepper: 1 (medium sized)
• Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Garlic: 4 cloves
• Red chili flakes: 1 tbsp
• Salt: 1 tsp
• Black pepper: 1/2 tsp
• Fresh basil leaves: handful

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Slice the chicken breast into thin pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
3. Slice the bell peppers into thin strips.
4. In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil and add the chicken pieces. Cook for about 5 minutes, until slightly browned.
5. Add the garlic and red chili flakes, and cook for another minute.
6. Add the bell pepper strips and cook until they start to become tender.
7. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
8. Once the chicken and peppers are cooked, add the spaghetti to the pan and mix well.
9. Season with salt and black pepper, if needed, and add the fresh basil leaves. Toss well to combine.
10. Serve immediately in a large serving dish.

Nutritional Information: (per serving)

• Calories: 500-600 (depending on cooking method and personal additions)
• Protein: 25-30g
• Carbohydrates: 60-70g
• Fat: 15-20g (of which saturated fat: 3-4g)

Dish Characteristics:

• Spicy yet balanced flavor with a touch of sweet from the bell peppers.
• Creative fusion of Italian and American flavors.
• Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering.

User Comments:

1. "The dish was quite spicy but very flavorful. The bell peppers added a nice touch of color and flavor." - John Doe, New York.
2. "The combination of chicken and spaghetti was a pleasant surprise. It made for a great dinner with my family." - Jane Smith, Texas.
3. "I added some cream to make it richer, but overall it was a great dish." - Michael Johnson, California.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Adjust the amount of red chili flakes according to your preference for spice level.
• Make sure to cook the spaghetti according to package instructions to ensure it is not overcooked or undercooked.
• If desired, you can add other ingredients like olives or sun-dried tomatoes for more flavor variety.