Pasta with chicken and almond flakes

4 servings

30 minutes

Pasta with chicken and almond flakes is an exquisite Italian dish that combines the tenderness of chicken breast, creamy softness, and herbal aroma. Its roots trace back to Italian culinary traditions where pasta is the foundation of many dishes. Chicken sautéed with thyme and garlic gains a rich flavor, while the addition of pine nuts and sweet cherry tomatoes adds lightness and freshness to the dish. Cream binds all ingredients into a harmonious combination, and crunchy almond flakes complete the composition by adding textural contrast. The dish is perfect for both family dinners and romantic evenings. It delights with its richness of flavors and elegance in presentation, offering pleasure in every bite.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 461.3
• Proteins: 28.2g
• Fats: 21.9g
• Carbohydrates: 37.1g

Ingredients

• Chicken breast: 360 g
• Paste: 180 g
• Heavy cream: 200 g
• Cherry tomatoes: 80 g
• Almond flakes: 5 g
• Pine nuts: 10 g
• Garlic: 0.5 head
• Thyme: 4 g

Cooking steps

1. Boil the pasta for about 8–10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Paste: 180 g

2. Wash and dry the chicken breast, then cut it into pieces about 7-8 cm and fry for 2 minutes on each side, adding thyme, minced garlic, and pine nuts.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 360 g
   • Thyme: 4 g
   • Garlic: 0.5 head
   • Pine nuts: 10 g

3. Cut cherry tomatoes in half and add to the chicken, season with salt and pepper, pour in cream and simmer for 2 minutes. Add pasta and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry tomatoes: 80 g
   • Heavy cream: 200 g
   • Paste: 180 g
   • Almond flakes: 5 g

4. Place the finished dish on a plate and sprinkle with almond flakes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Almond flakes: 5 g