Angel Hair With Tomatoes Basil Garlic Recipe

This vibrant and flavorful Angel Hair pasta dish is perfect as a quick weeknight side, a satisfying packed lunch, or even an impressive appetizer for a crowd! Bursting with fresh basil, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant garlic, this recipe is ready in under 20 minutes. Easy to customize, it's a delicious and healthy option for any occasion.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 144.4 kcal

Protein 10g

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Ingredients for Angel Hair With Tomatoes Basil Garlic

2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
8 ounces angel hair pasta
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil

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How to Make Angel Hair With Tomatoes Basil Garlic

Mince 2 cloves of garlic. In a large saucepan, sauté the garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until fragrant and softened (about 1 minute).
Add 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add 8 ounces of cooked angel hair pasta to the saucepan.
Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly in the tomato sauce.
Stir in 1/4 cup of chicken broth to loosen the sauce if needed.
Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Angel Hair With Tomatoes Basil Garlic?

Angel Hair With Tomatoes Basil Garlic takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Angel Hair With Tomatoes Basil Garlic?

Angel Hair With Tomatoes Basil Garlic has approximately 144.4 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Angel Hair With Tomatoes Basil Garlic?

The key ingredients for Angel Hair With Tomatoes Basil Garlic are Garlic, Black Pepper, Diced Tomatoes, Angel Hair Pasta, Salt, Chicken Broth. See the full list with measurements above.