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One-Pan Jollof Chicken Spaghetti

Spaghetti cooked right in a spiced tomato base with tender chicken and peppers — the Nigerian comfort-food classic, ready in 18 minutes. One pan, bold flavor, no fuss.

Total time
18 min
Servings
4
Calories
520
Protein
34g
One-Pan Jollof Chicken Spaghetti
comfortheartynigerianchickentenderjuicyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  2. Step 2

    Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, cook stirring until golden, about 5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in tomato paste and cook until fragrant, 60 seconds, then add bell pepper.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in crushed tomatoes and broth, bring to a boil, then add spaghetti.

  5. Step 5

    Stir every 2 minutes as pasta cooks until al dente, about 9 minutes, breaking strands to submerge.

  6. Step 6

    Taste, adjust salt and pepper, then serve hot in bowls.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet with lid or cover
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring cups
  • cutting board and knife

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