Pasta with Chicken and Peppers

This Pasta with Chicken and Peppers is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken and colorful bell peppers tossed in a light garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it brings a taste of comfort and satisfaction to your table.

Ingredients

• Pasta (penne or fusilli) - 200 grams
• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Yellow bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Parmesan cheese (optional) - for serving

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced chicken to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
4. Stir in the sliced red and yellow bell peppers, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the peppers are tender.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from colorful bell peppers.

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