Chicken Pasta Recipe

Ingredients:

• Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken pieces in a bowl. Add black pepper, paprika, mixed herbs, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well and set aside for 10–15 minutes.
• Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about ½ cup of the pasta water before draining.
• Drain the pasta: Drain the pasta and toss it with a little olive oil to prevent it from sticking together. Keep aside.
• Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and lightly golden. Remove and keep aside.
• Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add butter and olive oil. Add chopped garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds. Add onion, capsicum, and tomato and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
• Prepare the sauce: Reduce the heat and add fresh cream and milk. Stir well. Add black pepper, mixed herbs, chili flakes, and salt.
• Add cheese: Add grated Parmesan or mozzarella if using. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
• Combine everything: Add the cooked chicken and pasta to the sauce. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water.
• Simmer: Cook everything together over low heat for 2–3 minutes so the pasta absorbs the flavors.
• Garnish and serve: Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh parsley or coriander and a little grated cheese.