Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
100 g

Chicken breast

Boiled and shredded

1 unit

Tomato

Diced

2 unit

Mitsuba

Minced

2 tbsp

Olive oil

1 clove

Garlic

Grated

1 pinch

Herbed salt

200 g

Pasta

Boiled

Step 1
~2 min

Dice the tomatoes into small pieces.

Step 2
~2 min

Mince the mitsuba into very small pieces.

Step 3
~2 min

Boil the chicken breast until cooked through.

Step 4
~2 min

Cool the chicken breast in cold water to stop cooking and maintain moisture.

Step 5
~2 min

Pat the cooked chicken breast dry with paper towels.

Step 6
~2 min

Shred the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

Step 7
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, minced mitsuba, shredded chicken breast, olive oil, grated garlic, and herbed salt.

Step 8
~2 min

Mix all the ingredients in the bowl thoroughly.

Step 9
~2 min

Cover the bowl and let the mixture chill in the refrigerator for at least 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 10
~2 min

Boil the pasta according to package directions until al dente.

Step 11
~2 min

Once the pasta is boiled, drain it immediately.

Step 12
~2 min

Rinse the boiled pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch.

Step 13
~2 min

Rub the pasta with cold water to ensure it's thoroughly chilled.

Step 14
~2 min

Drain the chilled pasta thoroughly to remove excess water.

Step 15
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine the chilled pasta with the chilled tomato and chicken mixture.

Step 16
~2 min

Mix well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce and other ingredients.

Step 17
~2 min

Serve the chilled pasta immediately or chill further for a colder presentation.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use different types of pasta for variety.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tanginess.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled bread
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Common summer dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Lunch
Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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