Delicious Chicken and Pasta in a Rich Pesto Cream Sauce
Ingredients List
Pesto Sauce:
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2 cups fresh basil
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3 cloves garlic
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⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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⅓ cup pine nuts
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1 medium ripe tomato, chopped
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¼ cup olive oil
Marinade Mix:
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¼ cup chicken broth
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1 cup white wine
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2 tablespoons dried basil
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
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1 (16 ounce) package dried penne pasta
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5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 large onion, diced
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1 tablespoon sugar
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½ (8 ounce) jar oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and sliced
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⅓ cup pine nuts
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½ cup white wine
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1 cup heavy cream
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salt to taste
Instructions
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Combine basil, garlic, Parmesan, pine nuts, and sun-dried tomatoes in a food processor. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while pulsing until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
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In a separate bowl, mix together chicken broth, 1 cup of white wine, dried basil, oregano, and minced garlic. Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for about 8 minutes, or until just al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water, then toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Set aside.
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Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sprinkle with sugar. Cook until softened and translucent. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts, cooking for another 3 minutes. Add the chicken and marinade, then pour in 1/2 cup of white wine. Simmer the chicken for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the cooked pasta and pesto sauce to the skillet. Stir in cream and cook until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 943 | Calories |
| 50g | Fat |
| 71g | Carbs |
| 46g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 943 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 50g | 64% |
| Saturated Fat 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol 127mg | 42% |
| Sodium 221mg | 10% |
| Total Carbohydrate 71g | 26% |
| Dietary Fiber 6g | 20% |
| Total Sugars 8g | |
| Protein 46g | 91% |
| Vitamin C 28mg | 32% |
| Calcium 189mg | 15% |
| Iron 7mg | 36% |
| Potassium 1086mg | 23% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5