Indian Twist Mac ‘n’ Chicken

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Indian-style chicken macaron pasta is a mouth-watering fusion dish that seamlessly blends the pasta with the bold, aromatic flavors of Indian spices. Tender chicken, cooked to perfection, is tossed with al dente macaroni, and smothered in a luscious sauce infused with the warmth of cumin, coriander, and garam masala. The subtle sweetness of onions and the slight pungency of ginger garlic paste add depth and complexity to the dish, freshness. With the warmth of cumin, coriander and garam masala, this innovative dish is a perfect blend of East meets west, sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. This classic comfort food is sure to delight, whether you’re serving a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. Follow my step by step photo recipe to prepare Indian twist Mac ‘n’ chicken. If you like this recipe share it, tweet it and pin it. Please do try and post your comments.

Mac and Chicken can be a nutritious meal, especially when prepared with whole grains and added vegetables. It provides protein from the chicken and carbohydrates from the pasta. However, the nutritional value can vary greatly depending on the ingredients and preparation methods used.

NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS

chicken is a good source of lean protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues. pasta provides carbohydrates, which are the body’s primary source of energy.

using whole wheat pasta instead of refined white pasta can increase the fiber content and nutrient density. baking or grilling chicken is a healthier option than frying it. adding vegetables like broccoli, spinach, carrot or peas significantly boost the nutritional value.

LUNCH BOX

Mac and chicken can be a good option for lunchboxes. Many children enjoy both Mac and chicken, making it a popular choice for lunch. You can easily add vegetables to increase the nutritional value.

PRO TIPS FOR BOILING PASTA

one of the easiest ways to level up your cooking game is knowing how to properly cook pasta. Whether it’s long, curvy or thin spaghetti, most pastas need to be boiled properly to get their trademark bite and flavor.

WATER AND POT SIZE

• use a large pot to give the pasta plenty of room to cook and prevent sticking.
• for every pound of dry pasta, use 4 to 6 quarts of water

SALT THE WATER

• salt the water generously (about 2 tablespoons per 4 quarts) before adding the pasta. This adds flavor and helps prevent sticking

BRING WATER TO A ROLLING BOIL

• ensure the water is at a vigorous boil before adding the pasta
• a lid can be used initially to speed up the boiling, but remove it once the water is boiling to prevent bubbling over

ADD PASTA AND STIR

• add the pasta to the boiling water and stir immediately to prevent clumping
• stir occasionally during cooking to ensure even cooking

COOK TO AL DENTE

• follow the package’s cooking time as a guideline, but always check the pasta for doneness by tasting it
• pasta should be al dente, meaning tender but still firm

DRAIN AND SERVE

• drain the cooked pasta in a colander
• if serving hot, add sauce immediately
• if making a pasta salad, run the noodles under cold water to stop the cooking
• save some of the pasta water, as it contains starchy liquid that can help bind the sauce to the pasta

HOW TO MAKE MAC AND CHICKEN (STEPWISE PHOTOS)

bring 5 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. add salt and pasta and cook as per the instruction on the pack.

let the water keep boiling and continue cook the pasta for 5-7 minutes

pasta should be cooked al dente. drain them in a colander and rinse them well

heat oil in a pan and add red chilli powder, coriander powder, salt and ginger garlic paste

saute ginger garlic paste and spices until it smells good

add chopped chicken breasts

saute on a medium heat until completely cooked. this process will take around 4-5 minutes

chicken cooked well.

keep the cooked chicken aside

heat 2 tbsp oil in a same pan and add thinly sliced onion

saute until the onions turn golden

add ginger garlic paste

saute the ginger garlic paste with thinly sliced onion until the raw smell goes away

add red chilli powder, garam masala powder, salt, tomato ketchup and oregano leaves

mix well and cook the spices in medium flame to get rid of raw smell

followed by add chopped carrot and peas (you can add favorite veggies)

cook the veggies with spice powders, ketchup and onions. continue to cook for 1 minute

once veggies cooked thoroughly, add sautéed chicken and mix well with the sauces

add boiled pasta

coat well with veggies, onion and spices and cook for 1 minute in high flame and turn off the flame.

serve hot with sprinkled mozzarella cheese with tomato soup and cheese toast.