Pasta with Andalusian-Style Chicken Skewers

Name: Pasta with Andalusian-Style Chicken Skewers
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: Tricolor pasta (or your favorite shape); Andalusian-style spiced chicken skewers (pinchos morunos); Curry powder; Onion powder; Dried oregano; Pink Himalayan salt; A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

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Today I'm getting down to work with these Andalusian-style spiced chicken skewers with pasta, an easy way to break out of the weekday rut without complicating things in the kitchen. I like using tricolor pasta, though you can pick whatever kind you have in the pantry. Between the spiced chicken, curry powder, and oregano, you get a plate full of flavor for two people, ready in just 25 minutes.

The secret to this recipe is saving a splash of the pasta cooking water to help blend the spices together and keep the pasta nice and saucy rather than dry. It's a fantastic option for those days when you want something a bit different with just a handful of ingredients.

If you love combining pasta and chicken, you might also enjoy my Whole wheat macaroni with chicken and this Garlic chicken sausage pasta.

Prep: 5 minCook: 20 minServes: 2

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need

Tricolor pasta (or your favorite shape)
Andalusian-style spiced chicken skewers (pinchos morunos)
Curry powder
Onion powder
Dried oregano
Pink Himalayan salt
A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

Step by step

Method

1Cook the pasta al dente following the package instructions.
2Meanwhile, in a non-stick skillet, cook the chicken skewers (removed from their wooden sticks).
3Once the pasta is cooked, transfer it straight to the skillet using a slotted spoon.
4Add a splash of olive oil and toss everything together well.
5Season to taste with salt, curry powder, and onion powder.
6Pour in a generous splash of the hot pasta cooking water and let it simmer until it has completely reduced and coated the pasta.
7Sprinkle with dried oregano.
8And that's it! Time to enjoy our PASTA WITH ANDALUSIAN-STYLE CHICKEN SKEWERS.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use plain chicken breast instead of spiced skewers?

Yes, you can use diced chicken breast, though the flavor will be milder without the spiced marinade. Season it well with your favorite spices and make sure it's cooked through before serving.

How do I store leftover chicken pasta?

Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator within two hours of cooking and eat it within 2-3 days. When reheating, add a small splash of water and heat thoroughly so the pasta doesn't dry out.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, just swap the pasta for your favorite gluten-free variety and follow the cooking time on the package. Double-check that your marinated chicken skewers and spice blends are certified gluten-free as well.