"Evening Delight: Preparations for Homemade Chicken Spaghetti"

file.png Step-by-Step Instructions: Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Difficulty: Easy Yield: 2-3 servings Ingredients: - 2 chicken breasts - 3 tablespoons of olive oil - A handful of fresh basil leaves - 3 garlic cloves - Half a box of spaghetti - 1 can of tomatoes - 1 teaspoon of salt - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Instructions: 1. Clean and pat dry the chicken: After washing your hands thoroughly, take the chicken breasts and rinse them under cold, running water. Pat them dry using kitchen paper towels. This should take no more than 5 minutes. 2. Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breast on a clean cutting board, grasp your knife firmly and slice them into bite-sized pieces. Remember, the smaller the pieces, the more quickly they will cook. 3. Season the chicken: Sprinkle the chicken pieces with salt and pepper and let them rest for a couple of minutes. 4. Cook the chicken: Head over to the stove and heat a skillet over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add two tablespoons of olive oil. Then, add the chicken pieces. Cook for about 7-8 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked that the center is no longer pink. Once done, carefully remove the chicken from the skillet and place it to one side. 5. Prepare the garlic: Meanwhile, place the garlic cloves on the same cutting board, crush them slightly with the flat side of your knife, then peel and chop finely. 6. Cook the spaghetti: While the chicken is cooking, it's time to get the pasta done. On the adjacent stove burner, place a pot full of water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add in half a box of spaghetti and follow the package instructions to cook until al dente (usually around 10 minutes). Drain and set aside. 7. Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet where the chicken was cooked, add another tablespoon of olive oil along with the chopped garlic. Stir for a minute until fragrant. Now, open your can of tomatoes - whether they are diced, crushed, or stewed, they will work just fine. Pour them into the skillet along with chopped fresh basil leaves. Stir, then cook for about 15 minutes over medium-low heat until the sauce has thickened. 8. Combine and serve: Finally, add the cooked chicken and spaghetti into the skillet with the sauce. Wrap everything together for the flavors to meld. If necessary, adjust the seasonings. Distribute the chicken spaghetti into serving dishes, garnish with a few more basil leaves, and, voilà, dinner is served! Remember, be vigilant at every stage. Do not leave the kitchen unattended, especially when the stove burners are on. Also, remember to wash your hands at every step – hygiene is vital in the kitchen. Lastly, clean as you go! Enjoy cooking this delightful dish.

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