Source: Anzhela, AdobeStockWant to cook a delicious dinner without much fuss? Try ptitim with chicken! This small pasta perfectly absorbs sauce and doesn't get mushy, while chicken meat makes the dish even more satisfying. We're sharing 6 of the best recipes!
1. Ptitim with Chicken in Cream Sauce
Source: AdobeStockAccessible ingredients, but a far from ordinary result.
You will need: 200 g ptitim, 1 chicken fillet, 200 g cherry tomatoes, 250 ml cream, 50 g hard cheese, vegetable oil, salt, dried garlic, ground black pepper, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Dice and sauté the chicken fillet until white, season, and add halved cherry tomatoes. Pour in the cream, cover the dish, and simmer for 10 minutes over low heat.
Then, add the ptitim, pour in enough water to completely cover the pasta, and simmer covered for another 15 minutes. At the end of cooking, sprinkle with grated cheese and stir.
2. Ptitim with Vegetables and Chicken
Source: AdobeStockThe more different vegetables, the more vibrant the dish.
You will need: 200 g ptitim, 1 chicken fillet, 1 bell pepper, 1-2 tomatoes, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 1 celery stalk, 2 cloves garlic, vegetable oil, salt, paprika, other spices.
Preparation: Dice the onion, carrot, and celery, sauté them until soft, then add chopped bell pepper and garlic. After 2-3 minutes, add the chicken pieces to the pan and continue frying until the fillet changes color.
Season, add chopped tomatoes, stir in the ptitim, and pour in water or broth until the liquid completely covers the ingredients. Reduce heat, cover, and cook until all the liquid is absorbed.
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3. Ptitim with Chicken and Turmeric
Source: AdobeStockIf desired, you can also add a little spicy curry.
You will need: 200 g ptitim, 1 chicken fillet, 1 onion, 2-3 cloves garlic, 250 ml cream, 1 tsp ground turmeric, 1 tsp ground ginger, vegetable oil, salt, other spices.
Preparation: Boil ptitim in water until al dente. Finely chop and sauté the onion and garlic in oil until soft, add small pieces of chicken fillet, and cook until they change color.
Next, season the chicken, pour in the cream, bring to a boil, and simmer for 5-7 minutes over low heat. Add the ptitim to the sauce, stir, and cook until done.
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4. Ptitim with Chicken and Mushrooms
Source: AdobeStockA classic combination that never disappoints.
You will need: 200 g ptitim, 1 chicken fillet, 150 g mushrooms, 1 onion, 150 ml sour cream, 80 g hard cheese, salt, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté the onion and mushrooms until the moisture evaporates, add chicken pieces, and fry until they change color. Add ptitim and spices, and after 3 minutes, pour in sour cream and 1 cup of water. Bring everything to a boil, reduce heat, and cook covered for 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle the dish with grated cheese at the end of cooking.
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5. Ptitim with Chicken in Tomato Sauce
Source: AdobeStockEasy to prepare and perfect for quick lunches or dinners.
You will need: 200 g ptitim, 1 chicken fillet, 1 tomato, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 2 tbsp tomato paste, olive oil, salt, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Dice and sauté the chicken fillet until it changes color, then add chopped onion and carrot, and continue frying for 5-7 minutes. After that, add grated tomato, tomato paste, salt, and spices to taste, pour in 150 ml of water, and bring to a boil.
Simmer this sauce for about 10 minutes over low heat, then add the ptitim and stir again. Pour in another 1.5-2 cups of water to cover the dish. Cook the ptitim covered until all the liquid is absorbed.
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6. Ptitim with Chicken Meatballs in the Oven
Source: AdobeStockNutritious and very tasty – the family will be delighted!
You will need: 200 g ptitim, 400 g ground chicken, 1 bell pepper, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp breadcrumbs, vegetable oil, salt, paprika, cumin, thyme, other spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion and press the garlic, mix half of them with the ground chicken, season, and add breadcrumbs. With wet hands, form small meatballs and fry them in a pan until browned on all sides.
Separately, sauté the remaining onion with garlic and coarsely chopped bell pepper until soft. Place the ptitim in a baking dish, then arrange the sautéed vegetables and meatballs on top.
Pour in about 400 ml of hot water or broth, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. After that, remove the foil, stir the dish, and cook for another 5-7 minutes.