Macronatha

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 16

Try a twist on a classic pasta dish with Macronatha

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hr 10 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

722

Sugar

Fat

37g

Macronatha is a hearty and delicious Italian pasta dish that is popular with families and pasta lovers. While the dish is not a traditional recipe, it is a spin on a classic pasta dish that is easy to make and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Macronatha is a fun and unique way to enjoy pasta and chicken, and the flavors of the dish are comforting and familiar.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2.	Layer the chicken pieces, onion, cloves, and cinnamon stick in a roasting dish.
3.	Mix the tomato paste with 2 cups of water and pour over the chicken.
4.	Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
5.	Remove chicken from the oven, take out the cinnamon stick, and shred chicken meat from the bones.
6.	Cook pasta according to package directions.
7.	In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with the shredded chicken and tomato sauce.
8.	Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot.

PROS

Macronatha is a budget-friendly, one-pot meal that is easy to prepare and has a comforting flavor.

The dish can be made in advance and reheated in the oven for a quick meal.

CONS

The recipe calls for a high amount of sodium due to the use of canned tomato paste.

The recipe is also high in calories and fat due to the cheese and chicken used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not the healthiest option, the chicken provides a good source of protein.
The dish can be modified to include more vegetables to increase its nutritional value.

	1 whole chicken , cut into pieces
	1 onion
	30 whole cloves
	1 cinnamon stick
	1 can tomato paste
	1 pound penne pasta
	1 pound grated Parmesan cheese