eCook Meal
Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara
with fresh basil & hazelnuts
You haven’t truly tasted carbonara sauce until you’ve made it the authentic Italian way, Chef! Melted butter is mixed with rich egg yolk & Italian-style cheese to form a creamy, decadent carbonara sauce. This coats al dente strands of tagliatelle pasta, and golden chicken fillets, spiced with NOMU Italian Rub. The dish is crowned with blistered balsamic baby tomatoes and garnished with peppery fresh basil.
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
TASTY TAGLIATELLE
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 1-2 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
FOR THE CRUNCH FACTOR
Place the Hazelnuts in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
NOMU-SPICED Chicken
Return the pan to medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. Baste with a knob of butter and the NOMU rub. Season, remove from the pan, and roughly chop.
BALSAMIC BABY TOMATOES
Return the pan to medium heat with a drizzle of oil, if necessary. When hot, char the baby tomatoes until blistered, 3-4 minutes. In the final minute, baste with the balsamic reduction and seasoning. Remove from the pan and set aside.
AUTHENTIC CARBONARA SAUCE
Heat the Butter in the microwave or in a pot over the stove until completely melted. Set aside. In a bowl, add 1 [2]|#7DA0D7 egg yolk/s. Whisking the yolk constantly, drizzle in the melted butter very slowly. Once fully incorporated, add ⅓ of the cheese. Mix until combined. Add the pasta, and the Chicken. Toss until coated in the sauce. Loosen with the reserved pasta water, if necessary.
NEXT-LEVEL PASTA DISH
Dish up the carbonara pasta and top with the balsamic charred tomatoes. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese. Garnish with the nuts, the basil and drizzle with lemon juice (to taste). Give a final crack of black pepper. Amazing work, Chef!
TASTY TAGLIATELLE
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 1-2 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
FOR THE CRUNCH FACTOR
Place the Hazelnuts in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
NOMU-SPICED Chicken
Return the pan to medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. Baste with a knob of butter and the NOMU rub. Season, remove from the pan, and roughly chop.
BALSAMIC BABY TOMATOES
Return the pan to medium heat with a drizzle of oil, if necessary. When hot, char the baby tomatoes until blistered, 3-4 minutes. In the final minute, baste with the balsamic reduction and seasoning. Remove from the pan and set aside.
AUTHENTIC CARBONARA SAUCE
Heat the Butter in the microwave or in a pot over the stove until completely melted. Set aside. In a bowl, add 1 [2]|#7DA0D7 egg yolk/s. Whisking the yolk constantly, drizzle in the melted butter very slowly. Once fully incorporated, add ⅓ of the cheese. Mix until combined. Add the pasta, and the Chicken. Toss until coated in the sauce. Loosen with the reserved pasta water, if necessary.
NEXT-LEVEL PASTA DISH
Dish up the carbonara pasta and top with the balsamic charred tomatoes. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese. Garnish with the nuts, the basil and drizzle with lemon juice (to taste). Give a final crack of black pepper. Amazing work, Chef!
TASTY TAGLIATELLE
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 1-2 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
FOR THE CRUNCH FACTOR
Place the Hazelnuts in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
NOMU-SPICED Chicken
Return the pan to medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. You may need to do this step in batches. Baste with a knob of butter and the NOMU rub. Season, remove from the pan, and roughly chop.
BALSAMIC BABY TOMATOES
Return the pan to medium heat with a drizzle of oil, if necessary. When hot, char the baby tomatoes until blistered, 5-6 minutes. In the final minute, baste with the balsamic reduction and seasoning. Remove from the pan and set aside.
AUTHENTIC CARBONARA SAUCE
Heat the Butter in the microwave or in a pot over the stove until completely melted. Set aside. In a bowl, add 3 [4]|#7DA0D7 egg yolks. Whisking the yolk constantly, drizzle in the melted butter very slowly. Once fully incorporated, add ⅓ of the cheese. Mix until combined. Add the pasta, and the Chicken. Toss until coated in the sauce. Loosen with the reserved pasta water, if necessary.
NEXT-LEVEL PASTA DISH
Dish up the carbonara pasta and top with the balsamic charred tomatoes. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese. Garnish with the nuts, the basil and drizzle with lemon juice (to taste). Give a final crack of black pepper. Amazing work, Chef!
TASTY TAGLIATELLE
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 1-2 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
FOR THE CRUNCH FACTOR
Place the Hazelnuts in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
NOMU-SPICED Chicken
Return the pan to medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. You may need to do this step in batches. Baste with a knob of butter and the NOMU rub. Season, remove from the pan, and roughly chop.
BALSAMIC BABY TOMATOES
Return the pan to medium heat with a drizzle of oil, if necessary. When hot, char the baby tomatoes until blistered, 5-6 minutes. In the final minute, baste with the balsamic reduction and seasoning. Remove from the pan and set aside.
AUTHENTIC CARBONARA SAUCE
Heat the Butter in the microwave or in a pot over the stove until completely melted. Set aside. In a bowl, add 3 [4]|#7DA0D7 egg yolks. Whisking the yolk constantly, drizzle in the melted butter very slowly. Once fully incorporated, add ⅓ of the cheese. Mix until combined. Add the pasta, and the Chicken. Toss until coated in the sauce. Loosen with the reserved pasta water, if necessary.
NEXT-LEVEL PASTA DISH
Dish up the carbonara pasta and top with the balsamic charred tomatoes. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese. Garnish with the nuts, the basil and drizzle with lemon juice (to taste). Give a final crack of black pepper. Amazing work, Chef!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R277.69
for 4 servings · R69.42 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Fresh Basil needs 10 gSouth African Feta Cheese with Sun-Dried Tomato & Basil 400 g 400 g at R74.99 · 3% of packR1.87
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Balsamic Reduction needs 20 mlPreserved Cranberry Balsamic Reduction 250 ml 250 ml at R79.99 · 8% of packR6.40
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Tagliatelle Pasta needs 500 gTagliatelle Pasta 500 g 500 g at R22.99 · 100% of packR22.99
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Free-range Chicken Mini Fillets needs 600 gFree Range Chicken Stock Chunks Avg 800 g 800 g at R27.99 · 75% of packR20.99
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Lemon Juice needs 40 mlLemon Juice 500 ml 500 ml at R29.99 · 8% of packR2.40
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Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese needs 200 mlPlantLove™ Dairy Free Macadamia Nut Based Grated Hard Cheese 60 g R39.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R39.99
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Butter needs 100 gBaby Potatoes with Garlic & Herb Butter 700 g 700 g at R36.99 · 14% of packR5.28
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Hazelnuts needs 40 gNescafé Hazelnut Cappuccino Sachets 10 x 18 g 18 g at R79.99 · 2.2× packsR177.76
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- NOMU Italian Rub
- Baby Tomatoes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara?
The preparation time for Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara with fresh basil & hazelnuts is between 20 and 35 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara with fresh basil & hazelnuts?
The total time required to make Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara with fresh basil & hazelnuts is between 25 and 40 minutes.
How many servings does Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara?
Baby Tomato, Balsamic Reduction, Butter, Chicken, Fresh Basil, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, Hazelnuts, Lemon Juice, NOMU Italian Rub, Tagliatelle Pasta
What is the nutritional information of Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara?
Calories: 1043.9, Carbs: 75.1 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 59.8 grams, Sugar: 7.7 grams, Salt: 728.7 grams
How do I prepare Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara?
NOMU-SPICED CHICKEN: Return the pan to medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the chicken dry with paper towel. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. Baste with a knob of butter and the NOMU rub. Season, remove from the pan, and roughly chop. AUTHENTIC CARBONARA SAUCE: Heat the butter in the microwave or in a pot over the stove until completely melted. Set aside. In a bowl, add 1 [2]|#7DA0D7 egg yolk/s. Whisking the yolk constantly, drizzle in the melted butter very slowly. Once fully incorporated, add ⅓ of the cheese. Mix until combined. Add the pasta, and the chicken. Toss until coated in the sauce. Loosen with the reserved pasta water, if necessary. NEXT-LEVEL PASTA DISH: Dish up the carbonara pasta and top with the balsamic charred tomatoes. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese. Garnish with the nuts, the basil and drizzle with lemon juice (to taste). Give a final crack of black pepper. Amazing work, Chef! BALSAMIC BABY TOMATOES: Return the pan to medium heat with a drizzle of oil, if necessary. When hot, char the baby tomatoes until blistered, 3-4 minutes. In the final minute, baste with the balsamic reduction and seasoning. Remove from the pan and set aside. FOR THE CRUNCH FACTOR: Place the hazelnuts in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside. TASTY TAGLIATELLE: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 1-2 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara?
Baby Tomato, Balsamic Reduction, Butter, Chicken, Fresh Basil, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, Hazelnuts, Lemon Juice, NOMU Italian Rub, Tagliatelle Pasta
How many calories does Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara have?
1043.9 calories
How much fat content does Charred Tomato & Chicken Carbonara have?
grams