**Indulge in the Culinary Delights of Chicken Bocconcini: A Journey Through Succulent Flavors**
Embark on a culinary adventure with Chicken Bocconcini, a tantalizing Italian dish that captivates taste buds with its tender chicken morsels enveloped in a luscious chunky sauce. This delectable dish is an symphony of flavors and textures, featuring juicy chicken pieces that yield to every bite, perfectly complemented by a rich and flavorful sauce brimming with savory ingredients. Prepare to be enchanted by the harmony of herbs, spices, and zesty tomatoes that dance upon your palate, leaving you craving more. Discover the secrets behind this culinary masterpiece with our collection of carefully curated recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From traditional Italian preparations to contemporary fusion interpretations, our recipes cater to every palate and skill level. Get ready to tantalize your senses and elevate your culinary repertoire with Chicken Bocconcini, a dish that promises an unforgettable dining experience.
CHICKEN & BOCCONCINI WITH DELICIOUS CHUNKY SAUCE
I used http://www.food.com/recipe/vegetarian-pasta-sauce-167014 as my recipe base because I wanted something chunky & rich to go with my cheese. Many thanks for sharing that recipe because it was PERFECT.
Provided by Satyne
Categories European
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pan (big enough for the entire dish) and saute onions & garlic and brown chicken.
- Add the tomatos, paste and vegetables.
- Add all herbs and seasoning.
- Bring sauce to a boil and then simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Once sauce is set to simmer, prepare pasta.
- When water for pasta is boiling, add the bocconcini to the sauce and stir through. You're aiming for the cheese to be a little melty but still hold most of it's shape.
- When pasta is ready, serve and enjoy!
- Belissimo!
DEEP-FRIED BOCCONCINI WITH SPICY TOMATO AND GARLIC CHUTNEY
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 4h11m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the bocconcini: Drain the bocconcini and pat dry with paper towels. Put on a paper towel-lined plate and allow to dry in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Put the flour in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Put the eggs in a second medium bowl and the bread crumbs in a third medium bowl. Coat the bocconcini in flour and then dip into the eggs. Roll the bocconcini in the bread crumbs until coated. Dip the coated bocconcini, again, in the eggs and then coat with bread crumbs. Freeze the breaded bocconcini for 20 minutes.
- For the chutney: In a blender, combine the garlic, ginger, 1/4 teaspoon salt, vinegar, sugar, olive oil, cumin and pepper. Blend until smooth. Pour into a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan and add the tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated and the mixture is thick, about 45 to 55 minutes. Using the back of a wooden spoon, gently break up the tomatoes as they begin to soften during cooking. Season with salt, to taste. Let the chutney cool to room temperature, about 35 minutes. Place in a serving bowl.
- In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour in enough oil to fill the pan about a third of the way. Heat over medium heat until a deep-frying thermometer inserted in the oil reaches 375 degrees F. (If you don't have a thermometer a cube of bread will brown in about 1 to 2 minutes.) In batches, fry the bocconcini until golden brown, about 15 to 20 seconds. Drain on paper towels.
- Arrange the bocconcini on a platter and serve the chutney alongside as an accompaniment.
CHICKEN WITH CHUNKY LEMON SAUCE
Steps:
- Preheat broiler.
- Season the chicken and place chicken pieces, skin side down, onto a broiler pan. Broil the chicken, turning the pieces over once, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 20 minutes.
- Slice off 1 end of each of 3 lemons. With a sharp knife, supreme lemons: in a downward motion, peel away rind and pith. Separate segments of lemon wedges from skin and put in a bowl. Squeeze out juice from leftover skins. Juice the other 3 lemons into same bowl. Add oil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Once chicken is cooked, remove from the broiler and cover with sauce. Return to broiler and cook for 5 minutes. Remove and serve.
FRIED BOCCONCINI WITH SPICY TOMATO SAUCE
Little nuggets of fresh mozzarella cheese, known as bocconcini, are breaded and deep-fried, then paired with a piquant tomato sauce for dipping. Adapted from chef Nate Apleman of SPQR via Williams Sonoma.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Cheese
Time 45m
Yield 50 bocconcini
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic is soft but not browned, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and their juices and simmer until the sauce is thickened, about 6 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
- Preheat an oven to 200°F.
- Drain the cheese from its liquid. Place the cheese on a paper towel-lined baking sheet and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Put the egg mixture, flour and bread crumbs in separate wide, shallow bowls.
- Roll the cheese in the flour, dip into the egg mixture and coat with the bread crumbs, shaking off the excess after each step. Then bread each piece of cheese again.
- In a large, deep sauté pan over medium-high heat, pour in olive oil to a depth of 3 inches and heat to 350°F on a deep-frying thermometer. Working in batches, fry the cheese until golden, about 2 minutes. (Or follow the directions of your deep fryer.) Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season the fried cheese with salt and black pepper. Place the cheese on a wire rack set over a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven while frying the remaining cheese.
- Let the fried cheese cool for at least 7 minutes before serving. Serve with the warm tomato sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.4, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 31.6, Sodium 218.4, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.4, Protein 6.4
HERBED MARINATED BOCCONCINI
These mini-balls of fresh mozzarella cheese are even better when marinated and are delicious hors d'oeuvres.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine bocconcini, olive oil and red-pepper flakes; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Marinate at room temperature at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours). Top with basil and serve with crackers or crostini.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 g, Fat 19 g, Protein 13 g
Tips:
- For a crispy coating, double-coat the chicken in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- Use a large skillet to prevent overcrowding the chicken, which will result in steamed rather than fried chicken.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes in the sauce to your desired level of spiciness.
- Serve the chicken bocconcini immediately with the chunky sauce, or keep it warm in the oven until ready to serve.
- Garnish the dish with fresh parsley or basil for an extra touch of flavor.
Conclusion:
Chicken bocconcini is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and tasty meal. The crispy chicken and flavorful sauce make it a favorite among both adults and children. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give chicken bocconcini a try!
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