Fideo

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Fideo to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Fideo, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken
• breast halves
• 1 (12 ounce) package spaghetti
• noodles, broken in half
• 5 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Cook chicken breasts in the oil until nicely browned on the outside

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Remove from the skillet and set aside

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Add remaining oil to the skillet, and add the broken spaghetti

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Cook, stirring constantly until spaghetti is browned

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Drain off any excess oil, and add tomatoes and onion