Basil Pesto Chicken Pasta
Basil Pesto Chicken Pasta. If you have made our Basil Pesto this recipe is a must! Easy yet so delicious.
Method
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Heat lemon olive oil in fry-pan over high heat and add 4-5 chicken tenderloins at a time and cook for 2 minutes each side.
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Slice chicken into chunks and place into a bowl.
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Continue until all chicken is cooked.
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Heat large saucepan and add cream and basil.
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Stirring until pesto is evenly mixed through cream.
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Add cooked pasta, chicken and lemon zest.
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Mix until all ingredients are well coated with creamy pesto blend.
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Reduce and simmer for 5 minutes.
Recipe Hints and Tips:
- Basil Pesto Chicken Pasta is not suitable to freeze.
- Serve topped with shaved Parmasen Cheese and some lemon wedges.
- You can substitute the lemon Olive Oil for plain Olive Oil.
- Leftovers also make a great work lunch the next day. Ensure to keep refrigerated in an airtight container.