Chicken Diablo

A quick method to turn a jar of arrabbiata sauce into a creamy, restaurant-style chicken diablo with smooth, balanced heat instead of sharp spice.

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Cook pasta in salted water. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 2

Saute garlic and red pepper flakes in a little olive oil for about 30 seconds until fragrant

Step 3

Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the tomato flavor.

Step 4

Poor in the jar of arrabbiata sauce and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 5

Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, butter, and Parmesan until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Add a splash of pasta water to help emulsify the sauce if needed.

Step 6

Add chicken, cooked pasta, and smoked paprika if using.