In this recipe, we will guide you through the preparation of an exquisite dish of pasta with homemade chicken and pesto. Every bite of this delicious homemade chicken and pesto pasta will surprise you with its balance of flavors and its irresistible aroma.
Below you will find our recipe
| Ingredients | Qty |
| Cooked pasta | 1 cup |
| Chicken breasts | 1 piece |
| Basil | 1 1/2 cup |
| Garlic clove | 1 piece |
| Habanero pepper | 1 piece |
| Lemon juice | 1 piece |
| Olive Oil | 1/4 cup |
| Parmesan cheese | 1/4 cup |
| Pine nuts | 100 gr |
Instructions
- First, cut the chicken into small pieces. In a large bowl, season the chicken breast pieces with salt, pepper, and a tablespoon of olive oil. Mix well to ensure the chicken is completely coated with the spices and oil.
- Cook the chicken in an air fryer or in a skillet over medium-high heat until it is golden brown and cooked through. This will take approximately 7-10 minutes in an air fryer or about 5-7 minutes in a skillet. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking. Set aside the cooked chicken.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions in salted water until it is al dente. Then, drain it and set it aside.
- To prepare the pesto, combine the basil leaves, garlic clove, habanero pepper (adjust the amount to your spice preference), lime juice, parmesan cheese, and pine nuts in a blender. Blend until you have a smooth and homogeneous mixture.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with the prepared pesto until it is well coated.
- Serve the pasta on individual plates and place the chicken on top.
- Optionally, you can accompany the dish with fresh spinach, sautéed asparagus, and mushrooms. Sprinkle some more grated parmesan cheese and pine nuts to taste.
- Enjoy this delicious homemade-style pasta dish with chicken and pesto!
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