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
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.
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Profesa kinos
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The arugula pesto is packed with nutrients.
Muhammad Ayyan Hassan
[email protected]I love how customizable this dish is. You can add different vegetables, herbs, or even different types of nuts to the pesto.
Keaubre Eason
[email protected]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
[email protected]I'm always looking for new recipes that are healthy and delicious. This arugula pesto chicken is a great option.
hirdesh brj
[email protected]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
[email protected]I love the bright green color of the arugula pesto. It makes the dish look so inviting.
Manuel Armendariz
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]I made this dish for my kids and they loved it! They especially loved the pesto.
Thandeka Sikhosana
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]I love that this dish is so versatile. I've served it over pasta, rice, and even quinoa. It's always delicious.
masood ali
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Vikash Kumar
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the arugula pesto.
ItsThEhsan
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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!