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Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of penne pasta
- 1/2 cup of basil pesto
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup of basil pesto and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Set aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Brush the chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and grill marks appear. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice the grilled chicken into strips.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked penne pasta with the remaining 1/4 cup of basil pesto and Parmesan cheese mixture.
- Divide the pesto pasta among serving plates and top with the grilled chicken strips.
- Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Pesto pasta with grilled chicken is a classic Italian dish that originated in the Liguria region. The vibrant green pesto sauce, made from fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, is the star of the show. The dish gained popularity in the United States in the 1980s and has since become a staple in Italian restaurants worldwide. Chefs like Lidia Bastianich and Giada De Laurentiis have popularized their own versions of this dish, adding their unique twists. The key to a perfect pesto pasta with grilled chicken lies in the balance of flavors and the quality of ingredients. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Italian trattorias and upscale restaurants that prioritize using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The key to a perfect pesto pasta with grilled chicken lies in the balance of flavors and the quality of ingredients. The best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Italian trattorias and upscale restaurants that prioritize using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The key to a perfect pesto pasta with grilled chicken lies in the balance of flavors and the quality of ingredients. The best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Italian trattorias and upscale restaurants that prioritize using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The key to a perfect pesto pasta with grilled chicken lies in the balance of flavors and the quality of ingredients. The best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Italian trattorias and upscale restaurants that prioritize using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The key to a perfect pesto pasta with grilled chicken lies in the balance of flavors and the quality of ingredients. The best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Italian trattorias and upscale restaurants that prioritize using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The key to a perfect pesto pasta with grilled chicken lies in the balance of flavors and the quality of ingredients. The best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Italian trattorias and upscale restaurants that prioritize using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The key to a perfect pesto pasta with grilled chicken lies in the balance of flavors and the quality of ingredients. The best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Italian trattorias and upscale restaurants that prioritize using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The key to a perfect pesto pasta with grilled chicken lies in the balance of flavors and the quality of ingredients. The best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Italian trattorias and upscale restaurants that prioritize using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
35 min
4
550 calories
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