Fast chicken meal for weeknights (Printable Recipe)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chicken Seasoning
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1 pound chicken tenderloin chunks, diced into small bites
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1 tablespoon garlic pepper mix
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2 tablespoons (15g) light parmesan, grated
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1/4-1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
→ Noodles and Topping
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1 bag (8.5 oz) corkscrew pasta
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1 can (15 oz) plain tomato sauce
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2 tablespoons garlic pepper blend
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1 tablespoon zero-cal sweetener
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1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes (if you want)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Combine garlic pepper, cheese, and hot flakes in a baggie. Toss in chicken chunks, shake to cover completely, and chill for 30+ minutes
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Spray pan with cooking oil and warm to medium-high. Drop in chicken, let it sizzle 4 minutes, turn pieces over, cook another 2-3 minutes till fully cooked
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Stir together the tomato sauce, garlic pepper, sugar sub, and hot flakes in a small container
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Cook the corkscrew pasta following box instructions
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Throw the noodles and sauce in with the chicken, let everything bubble together until hot and blended
# Additional Notes:
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Quick flavor swap: Try 3 tbsp Nando's Garlic sauce plus 1/4 cup grated parm
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Store-bought pasta sauce works fine instead of making your own