YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Pan-Seared Chicken with Fresh Pesto Whole Wheat Pasta
Savor the delight of tender pan-seared chicken paired perfectly with hearty whole wheat pasta, all enveloped in a vibrant, freshly blended basil pesto. Every bite melds the savoriness of the well-seasoned chicken with the aromatic, nutty, and slightly sharp notes of fresh pesto, making for an irresistible and balanced meal.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Chicken Breast
1 cup cooked Whole Wheat Pasta
1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
1 Garlic Clove
1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tbsp grated Parmesan Cheese
1 tbsp Pine Nuts
Salt & Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Start by bringing a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and season the chicken breast with salt and pepper.
Sear the chicken breast for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked and nicely browned. Once done, remove from the skillet and slice into strips.
In a food processor or blender, combine fresh basil leaves, garlic clove, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Blend until smooth to create the fresh pesto.
Toss the drained pasta with the prepared pesto until well coated.
Plate the pesto pasta and top with sliced pan-seared chicken. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, and serve immediately.