ARUGULA PESTO CHICKEN

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We had an abundance of arugula in our garden, so I turned it into pesto. The bold green color reminds my son of something the Incredible Hulk would eat. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups fresh arugula or spinach
1 cup fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons sea salt, divided
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
4 medium zucchini
1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shredded
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Pulse arugula, basil, pine nuts, garlic and 1 teaspoon salt in a food processor until chopped. While processing, gradually add 1/4 cup oil in a steady stream until mixture is smooth. Using a shredder or spiralizer, shred zucchini lengthwise into long strands., In a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add zucchini strands and chicken. Cook and stir until zucchini is crisp-tender, about 4 minutes., Remove from heat. Add tomatoes, pesto, pepper and remaining salt; toss to coat. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve using a slotted spoon.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 32g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 836mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

Profesa kinos
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This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The arugula pesto is packed with nutrients.


Muhammad Ayyan Hassan
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I love how customizable this dish is. You can add different vegetables, herbs, or even different types of nuts to the pesto.


Keaubre Eason
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pesto. I always have some leftover pesto in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up.


Maimouna Sambe
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I'm always looking for new recipes that are healthy and delicious. This arugula pesto chicken is a great option.


hirdesh brj
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This dish is so easy to make, but it looks like it took a lot of effort. It's perfect for a special occasion.


Jetho Bheel
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I love the bright green color of the arugula pesto. It makes the dish look so inviting.


Manuel Armendariz
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This dish is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the arugula pesto is a great way to use up fresh herbs.


Cumarcade Cumar
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe is a great one. The arugula pesto adds a lot of flavor to the chicken.


rai kristina
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the arugula pesto and they don't even realize they're eating vegetables.


Deonna Starrett
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I made this dish for my kids and they loved it! They especially loved the pesto.


Thandeka Sikhosana
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover chicken. I always have some leftover chicken in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up.


Christine Clowdus
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I'm not a huge fan of arugula, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pesto is so flavorful that it masks the bitterness of the arugula.


Skortdan
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I love that this dish is so versatile. I've served it over pasta, rice, and even quinoa. It's always delicious.


masood ali
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Vikash Kumar
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the arugula pesto.


ItsThEhsan
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too. I always feel good about serving this to my family.


Mohammed Alahmady
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The arugula pesto is the star of this dish. It's so flavorful and pairs perfectly with the chicken. I highly recommend using fresh arugula for the best results.


Raja shaban
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish without any trouble. And the results were amazing!


Estelle Turi
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5 stars! This arugula pesto chicken is a game-changer! The pesto is so flavorful and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again!