Spaghetti al Pollo

Spaghetti al Pollo is a comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a savory, often tomato-based sauce and tossed with spaghetti. Common ingredients include chicken breast or thighs, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and herbs like oregano or basil, with variations adding vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms. While rooted in Italian-inspired home cooking, it's a popular, adaptable meal found in many households worldwide.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally balanced, providing a good mix of carbohydrates from the pasta, protein from the chicken, and some fat depending on the cooking method. It offers key nutrients like B vitamins, iron, and lycopene from the tomatoes, with a typical serving containing roughly 400-600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	30 g
Carbs	50 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	600 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Magnesium	50 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg

Per 1 typical serving (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Spaghetti al Pollo represents a perfect example of 'cucina povera' or humble, resourceful cooking, where simple, affordable ingredients are transformed into a hearty and satisfying meal. Nutritionally, it's interesting because the combination of tomato sauce with chicken can enhance the absorption of certain nutrients like iron from the pasta.