Light Primavera Pasta

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 oz. dried pasta (such as spaghetti or fettuccine)
• 300g chicken breast, cubed
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp. tomato paste
• 1 can (about 15 oz.) cherry tomatoes

Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including cooking time)

Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a separate pan, heat olive oil and add the minced garlic. Saute for a minute.
3. Add the chicken cubes and cook until no longer raw. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Add the diced bell peppers and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the tomato paste and cherry tomatoes. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss gently to combine.
7. Lastly, add the chopped basil and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approx. 500 per serving (based on the ingredients listed)
• Carbohydrates: From pasta and cherry tomatoes
• Protein: From chicken and pasta
• Fat: From olive oil and chicken
• Fiber: From vegetables and pasta

Dish Characteristics:

• This dish is a light yet satisfying pasta dish with a combination of vegetables and chicken.
• The use of fresh basil gives it a refreshing taste that Americans often enjoy.
• The dish is well-balanced with carbs, protein, and fats.

User Comments:

• "This pasta dish was delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect."
• "I loved the use of fresh basil. It really gave the dish a fresh taste."
• "This is a great dish for a light meal or as a side dish."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh ingredients for best results. If fresh basil is not available, dried basil can be used as a substitute.
• Adjust the amount of tomato paste and cherry tomatoes based on your preference for tomato flavor.
• This dish can be easily customized by adding other vegetables or proteins such as shrimp or lean pork.