Spaghetti with Chicken

Step 1 -Bring water to a rapid boil in a large pot.

Step 2 -Add the salt and 2 tablespoons of the oil.

Step 3 -Add the pasta and cook to al dente according to package directions.

Step 4 -Set aside some pasta water, and drain off the rest in a colander.

Step 5 -In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil.

Step 6 -Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 7 -Add in the chicken and salt, and cook, stirring constantly, until the chicken is cooked to 165 degrees F.

Step 8 -Add the allspice, red chili flakes, and pepper and sauté on high heat for 2 minutes.

Step 9 -Set the chicken aside.

Step 10 -Add the remaining olive oil, heating it until shimmering.

Step 11 -Add the onions and sauté until the onions turn golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 12 -Add the puréed tomatoes and cook until the sauce thickens.

Step 13 -Add the sautéed chicken and 2 to 3 tablespoons of the reserved pasta water, mixing and cooking until the sauce reaches a thick consistency.

Step 14 -Add the pasta and heat through, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 15 -Add more olive oil if it looks dry.

Step 16 -Serve the pasta hot, garnished with the parsley!