trying the $6 fazoli’s kids meal hack 🍝

Ingredients

• 8 oz Spaghetti (any shape; kids‑meal shapes work well)
• 1 cup Marinara Sauce (store‑bought or homemade)
• 1/4 whole Rotisserie Chicken (shredded; pre‑cooked)
• 2 pieces Breadsticks (store‑bought frozen or fresh bakery)
• 2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (optional for heat)
• 1 tsp Olive Oil (for warming chicken)

Instructions

1. Boil Pasta

   Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, bring to a rolling boil, then add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8‑9 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 212°F

2. Drain Pasta

   Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti in a colander.

   Time: PT2M

3. Heat Marinara Sauce

   While the pasta cooks, pour the marinara sauce into a saucepan and warm over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it simmers gently.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium

4. Warm Chicken

   Shred the rotisserie chicken into bite‑size pieces, then heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium‑high heat and toss the chicken for 2‑3 minutes until heated through.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium-high

5. Combine Pasta and Sauce

   Add the drained spaghetti to the saucepan with the marinara, toss to coat, and if needed, stir in a little reserved pasta water for a silkier texture.

   Time: PT2M

6. Warm Breadsticks

   Place the breadsticks on a baking sheet, cover loosely with foil, and warm in a pre‑heated 350°F oven for 4‑5 minutes, or microwave for 30 seconds if using frozen.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Plate and Serve

   Divide the sauced spaghetti onto plates, top with the warmed chicken, sprinkle grated Parmesan and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, and serve the warm breadsticks on the side.

   Time: PT3M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

550

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

70g

Fat

12g

Fiber

4g