Swabian African Fusion Pasta

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 8 ounces Spaghetti, cooked according to package instructions
• 1 Chicken Breast, boneless, skinless, cut into strips
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon Cumin, divided
• 1 Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 Red Bell Pepper, diced
• 1 Zucchini, sliced
• 1 can Coconut Milk
• 2 tablespoons Peanut Butter
• 2 tablespoons Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a bowl, combine the chicken strips with half of the smoked paprika, half of the cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
2. 2.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. 3.In the same skillet, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. 4.Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
5. 5.Stir in the remaining smoked paprika and cumin, coconut milk, and peanut butter. Cook until the sauce is heated through and well combined, about 2 minutes.
6. 6.Add the cooked spaghetti and cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are coated in the sauce.
7. 7.Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. 8.Serve the Swabian African Fusion Pasta hot and garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFeel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less smoked paprika and cumin.
• chevron_rightFor a vegetarian version, you can substitute the chicken with tofu or chickpeas.
• chevron_rightIf you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add more peanut butter.
• chevron_rightGarnish with crushed peanuts for an extra crunch!