Grilled Chicken with Creamy Pasta and Peas
Ingredients:
For the chicken:
1 chicken breast (or thigh), boneless
Salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme or Italian herbs
1 tbsp olive oil
For the pasta:
1 cup pasta (e.g., gemelli or penne)
1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
1/3 cup cream or cream cheese
1 tbsp butter or olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Grated cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Grill the chicken:
Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and herbs.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan and cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
Slice after resting.
2. Prepare the pasta:
Cook pasta according to package instructions; in the last 2–3 minutes, add the peas to the boiling water.
Drain and return to the pot.
Stir in cream (or cream cheese), butter, and season with salt and pepper.
Mix well until creamy and heated through.