Johnny Carino's Skilletini Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or beef steaks
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
- 8 oz pasta spaghetti or fettuccine
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnishing
Instructions
Preparing The Meat
- Start by seasoning your chosen meat with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and cook the meat until it’s well-browned on both sides. Remove the meat from the skillet and set it aside.
Sautéing The Vegetables
- In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed, and toss in the sliced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle in some crushed red pepper flakes.
Cooking The Pasta
- While the vegetables are cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook your chosen pasta according to the package instructions. Once al dente, drain the pasta and set it aside.
Bringing It All Together: Skilletini Assembly
- Return the cooked meat to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and sprinkle in Italian seasoning. Stir everything together and let the flavors meld for a few minutes.
Flavorful Homemade Sauce
- For an extra burst of flavor, toss in the chopped fresh basil leaves and let them infuse into the sauce. The aroma will be absolutely irresistible.