Creamy Chicken Pesto Linguine Recipe
๐ Total Time: 40 minutes
๐ฅ Servings: 4 servings
Description:
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of this Creamy Chicken Pesto Linguine! Tender boneless chicken strips are lovingly cooked in a velvety pesto parmesan sauce, then generously ladled over perfectly cooked linguine. It’s a dish that’s both elegant and comforting, sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Linguine |
| 1/2 | Onion |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| – | Olive oil |
| 4 | Boneless, skinless chicken breasts |
| – | Garlic powder |
| – | Black pepper |
| 1/2 cup | Pesto sauce |
| 3/4 cup | Half-and-half |
| 1/2 cup | Parmesan cheese, grated, plus extra for serving |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 880.1
- Fat Content: 29.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 152.1mg
- Sodium Content: 444.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 96.2g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 3.4g
- Protein Content: 55g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the linguine.
- Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
- Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips.
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Saute Onion and Garlic:
- In a skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautรฉing until softened and fragrant.
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Cook Chicken:
- Season the chicken strips with garlic powder and black pepper.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet with the onion and garlic mixture, cooking until the chicken is fully cooked through.
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Make the Creamy Pesto Sauce:
- Once the chicken is cooked, stir in the pesto sauce until well combined.
- Pour in the half-and-half and sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
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Cook Linguine:
- While the sauce simmers, cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the cooked linguine, reserving a small amount of pasta water if needed to adjust the sauce consistency.
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Serve:
- Arrange the drained linguine on plates or in a serving dish.
- Spoon the creamy chicken pesto sauce over the linguine, ensuring each serving is generously coated.
- Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
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Enjoy!
- Serve immediately and savor the delightful combination of flavors in this creamy chicken pesto linguine dish!
Keywords:
Poultry, Cheese, Meat, Less than 60 Minutes
Recipe Category:
Chicken
