Pasta Rustica with Caramelized Onion, Chicken and W

Name: Pasta Rustica with Caramelized Onion, Chicken and Wild Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 6-ounce chicken breast; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; Sea salt; Freshly ground pepper; 6 ounces bowtie pasta; 1 medium onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 2 cups oyster mushrooms, pulled into individual mushrooms and large ones cut in half; 1 1/2 cups shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced; 1/8 teaspoon chile flakes; 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (fresh, if in season, or canned); Parsley; Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for garnish

Servings: persons

One 6-ounce chicken breast
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt
Freshly ground pepper
6 ounces bowtie pasta
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 cups oyster mushrooms, pulled into individual mushrooms and large ones cut in half
1 1/2 cups shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/8 teaspoon chile flakes
1/2 cup diced tomatoes (fresh, if in season, or canned)
Parsley
Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for garnish

1
Season the chicken breast with 1/8 teaspoon each of sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
2
In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil over medium high heat.
3
Add the chicken and cook 1 minute.
4
Turn the chicken, reduce the heat, cover and cook for 8 minutes.
5
Remove the pan from the heat and leave covered for 10 minutes, then shred the chicken with a fork.
6
Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package directions.
7
In a large frying pan, heat the remaining extra-virgin olive oil over high heat.
8
Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, until it just starts to brown.
9
Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
10
Add all of the mushrooms and cook until they are soft and browned, about 10 minutes.
11
Stir in the chile flakes and tomatoes.
12
Add the pasta and the shredded chicken to the pan and toss to coat well.
13
Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
14
Serve topped with parsley and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

464

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 6-ounce chicken breast, 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, Sea salt, Freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Pasta Rustica with Caramelized Onion, Chicken and Wild Mushrooms falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pasta Rustica with Caramelized Onion, Chicken and Wild Mushrooms

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