YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Pesto Chicken with Whole Wheat Pasta and Blistered Tomatoes
Enjoy a vibrant, satisfying dish featuring tender grilled chicken, perfectly cooked whole wheat pasta, and sweet blistered tomatoes tossed in a luscious, creamy pesto sauce. The bright basil aroma, subtle crunch of pine nuts, and a smooth touch of Greek yogurt bring harmony to this balanced meal.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Chicken Breast
1 cup Whole Wheat Pasta (cooked)
1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes
Pesto Sauce: 1 cup Basil, 1 tbsp Pine Nuts, 1 Garlic Clove, 1 tsp Olive Oil, 1 tbsp Parmesan, 1 tbsp Nonfat Greek Yogurt
PREPARATION
Season the chicken breast lightly with salt and pepper. Grill or sear it over medium heat until fully cooked (about 6-7 minutes per side) and then slice thinly.
Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Heat a small pan over medium-high heat. Add the cherry tomatoes and a drizzle of olive oil, and sear them until their skins blister, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside.
To make the creamy pesto, combine fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and Greek yogurt in a blender. Blend until smooth, seasoning with a pinch of salt if desired.
In a large bowl, toss the warm pasta with the creamy pesto sauce. Gently fold in the sliced chicken and blistered tomatoes.
Plate the dish and serve immediately, enjoying the harmonious blend of flavors.