Chicken Straccetti Sorrentina Style

Chicken “straccetti” Sorrentina style is a flavorful dish that combines the delicate taste of chicken with the intense flavors of tomatoes and mozzarella typical of Campania cuisine. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 500g of chicken breast
• 250g of buffalo mozzarella (or fiordilatte)
• 400g of cherry tomatoes or San Marzano tomatoes
• 1 clove of garlic
• Fresh basil to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste
• (Optional) Taggiasca olives or Gaeta olives

Preparation

1. Begin by cutting the chicken breast into “straccetti”, which means thin strips, then lightly salt and pepper them.
2. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a pan and briefly sauté the garlic clove without letting it brown too much. You can remove it as soon as it has flavored the oil if you prefer.
3. Add the chicken “straccetti” to the pan and brown them on all sides over high heat.
4. In the meantime, cut the cherry tomatoes in half or into quarters and the mozzarella into cubes.
5. Once the chicken is golden, add the tomatoes, lower the flame, and cook for about 10 minutes, until the tomatoes start to break down and create a sauce.
6. Add the mozzarella and olives (if using), then cook for another 5 minutes or until the mozzarella begins to melt.
7. Turn off the heat and add the basil leaves torn by hand.
8. Gently mix and serve immediately, hot and stringy.

Fun Fact

The term “alla sorrentina” refers to the cooking style typical of the city of Sorrento, located on the Campania coast. This style often incorporates mozzarella and fresh tomatoes, which are abundant and of excellent quality in the region. Furthermore, the addition of basil brings a characteristic aroma and freshness.

Enjoy your meal!