Jilly's Chilli Chicken and Pasta
A spicy delight prepared in a hurry using pre-cooked or leftover chicken. Add extra vegetables to change it to a substantial main meal, if desired.
Source Name:
Jill and Warren, Elizabeth B&B, Sawtell Ingredients:
500gm chicken thigh fillets, cut in thin strips and sauteed in non-stick pan with a little oil.
(OR - use precooked chicken pieces sliced or chopped bite size)
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 small fresh red chilli, diced (remove seeds if you prefer)
2 stems lemon grass, chopped (optional)
2 Tablespoons fish sauce
1/3 cup light coconut milk
1/4 cup shredded fresh basil
1 cup fusilli pasta, (or pasta of your choice) cooked al dente and drained.
Method:
Saute onion, garlic, chilli and lemon grass (if using), stir fry to soften.
Add cooked chicken, pasta, fish sauce, coconut milk. Toss together and heat through, lastly adding the chopped basil. Serve immediately.
If you wish, you can add vegetables of your choice(eg. green beans, capsicum, broccoli florets) to make this a more substantial meal. You may find you need a little more coconut milk if adding extra vegetables.
Enjoy !