Spaghetti with cherry tomatoes and chicken

5 servings

30 minutes

Spaghetti with cherry tomatoes and chicken is a harmonious blend of tender chicken fillet, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, creating a light yet rich dish. Italian tradition meets modern flavors as al dente pasta combines with juicy cherry tomatoes and sweet bell peppers. Chicken marinated in oregano, basil, and soy sauce is sautéed with garlic to reveal depth of flavor. This dish is perfect for cozy home dinners or light summer lunches. Grated cheese on top adds a creamy texture while fresh basil completes the composition. Simple to prepare and elegant in presentation, it delights with its rich taste and vibrant colors. It's not just food—it's a little gastronomic story born in the heart of European cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 312.2
• Proteins: 22.6g
• Fats: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 50.1g

Ingredients

• Spaghetti: 300 g
• Chicken breast fillet: 300 g
• Sweet pepper: 2 pc
• Cherry tomatoes: 12 pc
• Hard cheese: to taste
• Basil leaves: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Dried basil: 3 g
• Dried oregano: 3 g
• Soy sauce: 30 ml
• Garlic: 3 clove

Cooking steps

1. Chicken fillet is cut into small pieces and seasoned with oregano, basil, pepper, salt, and soy sauce; let it sit for at least 20-25 minutes. Do not add too much salt as soy sauce is salty itself.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast fillet: 300 g
   • Dried oregano: 3 g
   • Dried basil: 3 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Soy sauce: 30 ml

2. Boil the spaghetti al dente. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half. Chop the bell pepper into random cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spaghetti: 300 g
   • Cherry tomatoes: 12 pieces
   • Sweet pepper: 2 pieces

3. Fry the finely chopped garlic in a heated pan with oil for 2 minutes. Then add the chicken fillet and fry for 4-5 minutes. Add cherry tomatoes and pepper, simmer for another 10 minutes until the vegetables release their juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 3 cloves
   • Chicken breast fillet: 300 g
   • Cherry tomatoes: 12 pieces
   • Sweet pepper: 2 pieces

4. Everything is thoroughly mixed, then spaghetti and fresh basil are added to the mixture of chicken meat and vegetables, and everything is simmered for another five minutes while stirring continuously and salted to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spaghetti: 300 g
   • Basil leaves:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste

5. When serving, grate cheese on top and garnish with basil leaves. Don't argue, it's just for presentation, you're a chef.

   Required ingredients:

   • Hard cheese:  to taste
   • Basil leaves:  to taste