Craving that delightful combination of flavorful chicken and perfectly cooked pasta you often find in popular restaurants? Now you can easily recreate that experience in your own kitchen! This recipe brings you the fantastic taste of a seasoned chicken and pasta sauté, a satisfying and delicious meal the whole family will love. Forget takeout, here's how to make your own amazing "Herb Chicken Plate" at home!

Ingredients:

  • 750 grams (approximately 1.65 lbs) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • Dried oregano, paprika (or chili flakes), curry powder (adjust amounts to your preference)

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)

  • ½ cup olive oil

  • 1 package (approximately 500g) cut pasta (penne, farfalle, or your favorite short pasta shape)

  • For cooking the pasta: Salt, oil, and 1 tablespoon turmeric powder

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Flavorful Chicken: In a bowl, combine the bite-sized chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, dried oregano, paprika (or chili flakes), curry powder, and ground black pepper (if using). Mix everything thoroughly to ensure the chicken is well coated with the seasonings. Finally, add ½ cup of olive oil and mix again. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours to allow the flavors to fully develop.

  2. Cook the Golden Pasta: For the pasta, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add salt, a drizzle of oil, and 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder to the boiling water. The turmeric will give the pasta a beautiful golden color. Add the package of cut pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside.

  3. Sauté the Chicken to Perfection: Heat a non-stick skillet or a large pan over medium-high heat (no need to add extra oil since the chicken is already marinated in olive oil). Add the marinated chicken pieces to the hot pan in a single layer (work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Cook the chicken until it's golden brown and cooked through, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

  4. Combine the Pasta and Chicken: In the same pan (or a separate large pan), add the cooked pasta. Drizzle with an extra tablespoon of olive oil and a knob of butter (optional, for added richness). Toss the pasta to coat it evenly. Then, add the cooked chicken to the pasta and stir gently to combine everything.

  5. Serve Hot and Enjoy! Your delicious homemade "Herb Chicken Plate" (seasoned chicken and pasta sauté) is ready to be served! Enjoy this flavorful and satisfying meal hot. You can garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of extra herbs if desired.

Enjoy the wonderful flavors of this easy-to-make chicken and pasta dish in the comfort of your own home!