Albanian · Albania
Ricelike Pasta with Chicken and Peppers
A traditional Albanian dish featuring ricelike pasta with chicken and red peppers in a tomato sauce.
35 minutes4 servings
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain.
- In a pan, heat olive oil, add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in red bell pepper, tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Toss cooked pasta into the pan and mix well.
- Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.
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