Spicy Vegetable Macaroni: Quick & Easy Pasta Recipe!

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: string cheese

Part-skim mozzarella offers lower fat content.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative for sautéing.

Boil water in a large pot and add 1 tsp. salt.

Add 1.5 cups macaroni to the boiling water and cook until al dente, then drain.

In a skillet, heat 1-2 tbsp. vegetable oil over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant.

Add chicken breast pieces and cook until browned.

Stir in diced tomato, carrot, and green bell pepper; cook until softened.

Season with ground black pepper, salt, chili flakes, and dried oregano.

Add chili sauce, soy sauce, tomato paste, and vinegar; stir to combine.

Combine the cooked macaroni with the chicken and vegetable mixture.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens