Imagine biting into a delicate pasta pocket that explodes with rich, creamy goat cheese, tender shredded chicken, and the nutty crunch of toasted pine nuts. This isn't just another pasta recipe—it's a culinary journey that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dining experience. Whether you're a home cook looking to impress or a food enthusiast craving restaurant-quality flavors, our Chicken Pine Nut and Goat Cheese Ravioli Filling will elevate your cooking game and tantalize your taste buds like never before!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup goat cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by toasting the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir constantly for 2-3 minutes until they become golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning and set aside to cool.
- If using freshly cooked chicken, shred it finely using two forks. Ensure the chicken is cool enough to handle and has no large chunks.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled goat cheese, toasted pine nuts, and freshly chopped basil.
- Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gently fold the ingredients together, being careful not to mash the goat cheese completely. Some small chunks will provide texture to the filling.
- Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or chopped basil to enhance the flavor profile.
- Cover the filling and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld together before using in ravioli or pasta preparation.
- When ready to use, bring the filling to room temperature and carefully spoon into pasta dough or wonton wrappers for ravioli assembly.
Tips
- Toast pine nuts with patience: Watch them closely and stir constantly to achieve a golden color without burning.
- Use room temperature ingredients for better blending and more harmonious flavors.
- Don't overmix the filling—keep some goat cheese chunks for a delightful texture contrast.
- Let the filling rest in the refrigerator to allow flavors to meld and intensify.
- For best results, use freshly cooked, finely shredded chicken.
- Experiment with additional herbs like thyme or oregano to customize the flavor profile.
- If making homemade pasta, ensure your dough is rolled thin for the most delicate ravioli texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 209kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 21g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 50mg
