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Queensland Chicken and Shrimp Pasta
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Queensland Chicken and Shrimp Pasta

Course Lunch
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 400kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Skillet or frying pan for cooking chicken and shrimp
  • Colander for draining pasta
  • Cutting board and knife for chopping vegetables
  • Mixing spoon or spatula for stirring
  • Grater for Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Serving plates or bowls

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces (225 grams) of linguine or your preferred pasta
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Cut 2 boneless and skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 pound (225 grams) of shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  • Begin by cooking the pasta. Add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil with filled with water in a large pot. Until al dente cook the pasta by following package instructions. Use a colander to drain the pasta and set it aside.
  • In a skillet heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high. Add the chicken pieces and season them with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Cook the chicken until it is golden brown and cooked through about 6-8 minutes. Put cooked chicken in a plate and set it aside.
  • Add the minced garlic and another tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers, and cook them for 3-4 minutes until they are slightly tender.
  • Now for 2-3 minutes cook shrimp in the skillet until it turns pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking.
  • Add cooked chicken and cherry tomatoes in a skillet. Stir everything and cook for additional 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper according to your taste.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together, ensuring that the pasta is evenly coated with the flavorful sauce and ingredients. Cook for another minute or two to heat the pasta through.
  • Once the pasta is ready, divide it into serving plates or bowls. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

  • Calories: 400-500
  • Fat: 12-15g
  • Carbohydrates: 45-50g
  • Protein: 30-35g
  • Fiber: 3-4g
  • Sodium: 500-600mg