Spicy Chicken Fra Diavolo with Fiery Tomato-Chili Sauce
Spicy Chicken Fra Diavolo serves up crispy-skinned, juicy thighs smothered in a bold tomato and chili sauce layered with garlic, white wine, and fresh herbs. The heat balances the sweetness of fire-roasted tomatoes, while basil and parsley add a fresh finish. Ideal for a cozy dinner, especially with crusty bread to soak up every last drop.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spicy Chicken Fra Diavolo with Fiery Tomato-Chili Sauce, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 22 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 42
- Heart Health
- 88
- Metabolic
- 54
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 2
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and trim off extra skin and excess fat. Season both sides of each chicken thigh with salt and pepper.
- 3
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- 4
When the butter is bubbling, add the chicken thighs. Work in batches to avoid crowding and brown each thigh for 3 to 5 minutes per side. Once all thighs are browned, transfer them to a plate and keep warm.
- 5
In the same skillet, add the chopped onions and hot red pepper. Cook until the onions start to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes, and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 6
Stir in the wine, add the tomato paste, and cook for about 3 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes and minced basil and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Nestle the browned chicken thighs, skin side up, into the sauce and pour in any accumulated juices.
- 7
Place the skillet in the oven; bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center of the chicken thighs reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 8
Sprinkle with minced fresh parsley and garnish with additional basil leaves, if desired. Top with shredded Parmesan cheese to taste. Serve warm.
- Calories 412.11 kcal High 21%
- Protein 23.35 g Good Source 47%
- Carbohydrate 16.67 g 6%
- Total Fat 27.41 g High 35%
- Saturated Fat 8.02 g High 40%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 142.63 mg High 48%
- Sodium 334.68 mg Moderate 15%
- Dietary Fiber 9.08 g Good Source 32%
- Total Sugars 12.35 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 36.52 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 2.26 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 306.21 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 41.12 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 39.9 mg Good Source 44%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Sulfites
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Spicy Chicken Fra Diavolo with Fiery Tomato Chili Sauce is made with 15 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Chicken Thigh, Crushed Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, and Fresh Parsley. Each serving provides about 412.11 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spicy Chicken Fra Diavolo with Fiery Tomato-Chili Sauce made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Thigh, Crushed Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Fresh Parsley, Italian Seasoning. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spicy Chicken Fra Diavolo with Fiery Tomato-Chili Sauce?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 412.11 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spicy Chicken Fra Diavolo with Fiery Tomato-Chili Sauce easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Spicy Chicken Fra Diavolo with Fiery Tomato-Chili Sauce healthy?
- Spicy Chicken Fra Diavolo with Fiery Tomato-Chili Sauce has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 412.11 calories and 23.35 g of protein, or 47% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 334.68 mg (15% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.02 g (40% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Sulfites, Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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