Ingredients
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- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked diced chicken or chickpeas (optional)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup colorful bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- If using chicken, add and cook until no longer pink; or skip for vegetarian.
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer 5 minutes; fold in peppers and spinach until just wilted.
- Add cooked spaghetti to the sauce; toss to coat.
- Serve with mozzarella sprinkled on top and basil for garnish.
Notes
- Can be made vegan with dairy-free cheese and no chicken.
- For extra kid-friendly fun, add a pinch of edible glitter or omit for a cleaner look.
- Leftovers reheat well; sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Disney-inspired
- Diet: Kid-friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
