linguine with chicken and spicy pesto sauce
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prep time
40 Min
cook time
30 Min
method
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yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 pound chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into 1/3 inch strips
- 3 - green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons minced seeded, jalepeno chili
- 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
- 3/4 cup pesto sauce
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
How To Make linguine with chicken and spicy pesto sauce
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Step 1Heat oil in a heavy large skillet over medium high heat. Season Chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to skillet and saute until cooked through and beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer chicken to bowl, add green onions, 1/3 cup cilantro, pecans, garlic, jalepeno and red peppers to same skillet. Saute until green onions wilt, about 2 minutes. Add pesto, chicken and any accumulated juices, stir to blend. Cook for about 15 minutes over low heat. If you see that its getting too dry, add some chicken broth. Meantime, cook linguine in large pot of boiling, salted water until tender, but still firm to bite. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Bring sauce to simmer. Add linguine and reserved cooking liquid and toss to coat. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese and serve.
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