YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Herb-Garlic Chicken Pesto Pasta
Enjoy a vibrant twist on a classic pasta dish featuring tender herb-garlic chicken breast tossed with whole wheat pasta and a zesty basil pesto. This well-balanced meal combines light proteins with the freshness of garlic, basil, and cherry tomatoes to create a flavorful, satisfying dish perfect for any meal of the day.
INGREDIENTS
5 ounces Chicken Breast
1 cup cooked Whole Wheat Pasta
1 tablespoon Basil Pesto
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes
2 tablespoons Fresh Basil, chopped
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
PREPARATION
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Season the chicken breast lightly with salt and pepper. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken. Cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until the chicken is fully cooked and golden.
While the chicken cooks, mince the garlic and roughly chop the fresh basil. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
Slice the cooked chicken breast into strips.
In a large bowl, combine the warm pasta, sliced chicken, minced garlic, basil pesto, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, and lemon juice. Toss thoroughly to distribute flavors.
Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper if desired. Serve warm.