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Step 1
Combine all the marinade ingredients then pour over the chicken. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes but up to 24 hours in the fridge.
Step 2
Preheat the oven to 200°C/390°F.
Step 3
Combine the cherry tomatoes, peppers, onion, garlic cloves, chillies and thyme on a sheetpan.
Step 4
Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Step 5
Place in the oven and allow to roast for 30 minutes until the vegetables are soft and starting to caramelize.
Step 6
Remove from the oven then transfer to a blender. Pour in water (or chicken stock) and blend until smooth.
Step 7
Pour the sauce into a saucepan and season to taste. Simmer gently while you cook the chicken and pasta.
Step 8
Cook the chicken in a large pan set over medium-high heat (you can also cook the chicken in a griddle pan or on a grill/barbecue/braai) for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the pan and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
Step 9
Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of cooking water, and combine with the peri-peri sauce.
Step 10
Add a splash of the pasta cooking water and toss to combine.
Step 11
Add the chicken and any resting juices then serve with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.