Easy Spicy Arrabbiata Pasta (20-Minutes)
Indulge in a plate of Easy Spicy Arrabbiata Pasta that’s ready in just 20 minutes! This vibrant dish combines al dente penne with a bold, spicy tomato sauce enriched by garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s a comforting meal that you can easily customize to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta (or any preferred pasta shape)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (thinly sliced or minced)
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté sliced garlic until fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing it with the sauce. Use reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg