Pasta Boulanger

Pasta Boulanger is a delightful Moroccan-inspired dish that combines tender pasta with aromatic spices, vegetables, and halal meat, creating a comforting and flavorful meal. This unique fusion showcases the rich culinary heritage of Morocco while embracing the joy of pasta.

Ingredients

• Pasta (fusilli or penne) - 200 grams
• Halal chicken breast - 150 grams, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Canned tomatoes - 200 grams, crushed
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta 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 until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the diced halal chicken breast and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Add the crushed tomatoes, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce and vegetables. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the halal chicken, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the assortment of vegetables.

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