Chicken Spaghetti (Caribbean-Style)

Name: Chicken Spaghetti (Caribbean-Style)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 300g spaghetti; 2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 200g crushed tomatoes; 100ml chicken broth; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; Salt and black pepper to taste; Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish; Grated cheese (optional)

May 1, 2026

A flavorful chicken spaghetti dish with Caribbean spices, vegetables, and a light tomato-based sauce.

Prep 15min
Cook 35min
Total 50min
Yield 4 servings

Ingredients

300g spaghetti
2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
200g crushed tomatoes
100ml chicken broth
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Grated cheese (optional)

Instructions

Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken strips, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until softened.
Add crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, paprika, oregano, and cumin. Stir well and let simmer for 10 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken to the pan and mix with the sauce.
Add the cooked spaghetti and toss until evenly coated with the sauce.
Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and optional grated cheese.

Notes

This recipe is inspired by a passage from Así es como la pierdes by Junot Díaz. It is AI-generated and shared for entertainment, culinary inspiration, and reading enjoyment. Please use your own judgment and experience when preparing it.