Chicken and Parmesan Tortellini

8 servings

60 minutes

Tortellini with chicken and parmesan is a classic dish of European cuisine, originating from sunny Italy. These exquisite little dumplings were created to delight gourmets with the tender texture of the dough and rich filling. Legends say their shape was inspired by the contours of Venus. In this version, tortellini are filled with tender chicken meat, cream, and aromatic parmesan, with light notes of nutmeg and lemon zest. Their taste is a harmony of softness and spiciness, tenderness and richness. They are served with grated parmesan or Bolognese sauce, creating a wonderful combination of textures and aromas. These tortellini are perfect for a cozy family dinner or a festive feast where each bite reveals the beauty of Italian traditions.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 370.9
• Proteins: 19.7g
• Fats: 11.7g
• Carbohydrates: 47.2g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 500 g
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Chicken breast: 300 g
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 3 tbsp
• Cream: 1 tbsp
• Egg yolk: 2 pc
• Lemon zest: 0.5 pc
• Ground nutmeg: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Dough: pour flour into a mound on the work surface and make a well in the center. Place eggs, 1 tsp of salt, olive oil in the well and knead while gradually adding water until the dough is smooth and elastic. Cover with a towel and let it rest for 20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 500 g
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons

2. Filling: boil the chicken breast for 15 minutes, remove from the broth, and chop finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 300 g

3. Mix the meat with cream. Add parmesan, egg yolks, lemon zest, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with grated nutmeg.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream: 1 tablespoon
   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 3 tablespoons
   • Egg yolk: 2 pieces
   • Lemon zest: 0.5 piece
   • Ground nutmeg:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

4. Roll the dough thin.

5. Cut circles with a diameter of 5 cm from the dough using a glass. Place filling on the circles.

6. Make tortellini like dumplings.

7. Make the hole in the middle of the tortellini larger than that of the dumplings.

8. Boil 5 liters of salted water and cook the tortellini for about 8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on plates. The tortellini can be drizzled with Bolognese sauce or simply sprinkled with grated Parmesan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 3 tablespoons