Chicken Pesto a la Lisa

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 7
Delicious Chicken Pesto a la Lisa for your dinner tonight
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
6 skinless , boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch
3/4 cup prepared basil pesto
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 package fusilli pasta
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
635
Sugar
5g
Fat
38g
Chicken pesto a la Lisa is a twist on the classic Italian dish, pasta with pesto sauce. This dish is made with strips of tender chicken breast, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy pesto sauce made with basil, toasted pine nuts, and crumbled feta cheese. The flavors blend together perfectly to create a satisfying and delicious meal that is easy to prepare. The dish is finished off with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and served over a bed of cooked fusilli pasta. This recipe is perfect for any night of the week when you want a delicious and filling meal in no time.

Instructions

1.Cook pasta according to package directions.
2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3.Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
4.Add chicken and sun-dried tomatoes and cook until chicken is no longer pink.
5.In a small bowl, whisk chicken broth and cornstarch, then pour over chicken mixture.
6.Stir in pesto and pine nuts.
7.Cook until sauce thickens.
8.Add in feta cheese and fresh basil, stir until cheese is melted.
9.Toss cooked pasta with the chicken pesto sauce, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.

PROS

The combination of pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese creates a savory flavor.

This dish is easy and quick to make, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

The healthy fats from the pine nuts and olive oil are beneficial for heart health.

CONS

This dish is relatively high in fat and calories due to the pesto, cheese, and nuts.

It may not be suitable for those watching their calorie intake or on a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein, providing around 34 grams per serving.
It also contains heart-healthy fats from the pine nuts and olive oil, which can help to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Basil, a key ingredient in pesto, has anti-inflammatory properties and may help to reduce inflammation in the body.

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