Chicken fillet in tomato-cheese sauce
4 servings
40 minutes
Chicken fillet in tomato-cheese sauce is a refined combination of tender meat, rich tomato flavor, and a spicy cheese accent. Although this recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine, it embodies universal culinary principles, creating a harmony of flavors and textures. The fried pieces of chicken retain their juiciness while the thick sauce made from tomato paste, broth, and melted cheese adds richness and a slight creaminess to the dish. This recipe can be served with rice or noodles, allowing the sauce to soak into the side dish, making it even more appetizing. The pleasant acidity of tomatoes, the softness of cheese, and the aroma of spices make this dish versatile: it is suitable for both a cozy family dinner and a festive table.
1
Cut the chicken fillet into small pieces.
- Chicken breast fillet: 700 g
2
Sprinkle chicken pieces with salt and pepper and fry in vegetable oil for about 15 minutes.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
3
For the sauce: sauté flour in butter in a saucepan, add tomato paste, pour in chicken broth, season with salt and pepper, cook the sauce for 5 minutes, then add grated cheese, mix, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Wheat flour: 1 tablespoon
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
- Chicken broth: 1 glass
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 100 g
4
Pour the chicken fillet with sauce and mix.
- Chicken breast fillet: 700 g
