Neapolitan Aglio E Olio Chicken & Pasta
with Garlicolio, Tomato & Parsley
- Wheat
- Milk
Spaghetti aglio e olio translates to “spaghetti with garlic and oil”—and that just about sums it up! This traditional dish from Naples turns a few classic ingredients into something spectacular. Fresh tomato, parsley, and chili flakes shine in a simple garlic-olive oil sauce that clings to pasta. Herbed chicken is served over the top for a meal that proves less really is more!
Ingredients
5 teaspoon
Garlic Oil
½ tablespoon
Italian Seasoning
1 unit
Tomato
1 teaspoon
Chili Flakes
10 ounce
Chicken Cutlets
¼ ounce
Parsley
6 ounce
Spaghetti
(Contains: Wheat)
Not included in your delivery
teaspoon (tsp)
Black Pepper
1 teaspoon (tsp)
Salt
1 tablespoon (tbsp)
Butter
(Contains: Milk)
1 teaspoon (tsp)
Cooking Oil
3 teaspoon (tsp)
Olive Oil
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Wash and dry produce. • Finely dice tomato. Pick parsley leaves from stems; roughly chop leaves.
• Pat chicken* dry with paper towels; season all over with half the Italian Seasoning (all for 4 servings), salt (we used 1⁄4 tsp; 1⁄2 tsp for 4), and pepper. • Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, 3-5 minutes per side. TIP: If chicken starts to brown too quickly, reduce heat to medium and cover pan after flipping. • Turn off heat; transfer to a cutting board and tent with foil to keep warm. Wipe out pan and let cool slightly.
• Once water is boiling, add Colavita spaghetti to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, 9-11 minutes. • Reserve 1⁄2 cup pasta cooking water (1 cup for 4 servings), then drain.
• Meanwhile, heat Colavita garlicolio in
pan used for chicken over medium- low heat. Add tomato and chili flakes
(we used 1⁄2 tsp; add a pinch more if you like things spicy); cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant, 2-3 minutes. • Stir in 1⁄4 cup reserved pasta cooking water (1⁄2 cup for 4 servings). Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat. TIP: If pasta is still cooking, carefully add water directly from pot.
• Add drained Colavita spaghetti, 1 TBSP butter, and a drizzle of olive oil to pan with sauce (2 TBSP butter and a large drizzle of olive oil for 4 servings); toss until evenly coated. Taste and season with salt and pepper if desired.
• Thinly slice chicken crosswise. • Divide pasta between bowls and garnish with parsley. Top with chicken and a large drizzle of olive oil. Serve.
Chicken is fully cooked when internal temperature reaches 165°.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Dec 2025- Flavor: Many loved the garlic oil, but some found the dish bland; consider adding extra herbs or Parmesan for more depth 🧀.
- Ease of prep: Simple and quick to make, though a few struggled with uneven chicken sizes affecting cooking times.
- Suggestions: Add fresh garlic, lemon juice, or Parmesan to boost flavor. Consider including more ripe tomatoes for a heartier sauce.
- Spice level: Some found it perfectly spicy, while others suggest using fewer chili flakes for a milder heat 🌶️.
- Texture: A few felt the pasta was dry; try reserving extra pasta water to create a silkier sauce.
