Best 19 Colorful Chicken Pesto With Asparagus Sun Dried Tomatoes And Peppers Recipes

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Experience a burst of flavors with our exceptional recipe for colorful chicken pesto with asparagus, sun dried tomatoes, and bell peppers. This culinary masterpiece combines tender chicken, vibrant pesto, crisp asparagus, tangy sun dried tomatoes, and a medley of colorful bell peppers, resulting in a tantalizing dish that is sure to delight your senses. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey, as we guide you through the steps of creating this visually stunning and flavor-packed dish that will leave you craving for more.

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COLORFUL CHICKEN PESTO WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND PEPPERS



Colorful Chicken Pesto with Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Peppers image

Unique and fresh, easy to make and looks gourmet. Great to serve for company. Leftovers are great hot or cold.

Provided by Lucia D

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped (reserve oil)
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 cup prepared pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the angel hair pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken strips until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet; cook and stir asparagus in the oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add yellow and red bell pepper strips; cook and stir an additional 2 minutes.
  • Lightly toss the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and vegetables; stir in pesto sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 932.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

COLORFUL CHICKEN PESTO WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND PEPPERS



Colorful Chicken Pesto with Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Peppers image

Unique and fresh, easy to make and looks gourmet. Great to serve for company. Leftovers are great hot or cold.

Provided by Lucia D

Categories     Pesto Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped (reserve oil)
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 cup prepared pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the angel hair pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken strips until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet; cook and stir asparagus in the oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add yellow and red bell pepper strips; cook and stir an additional 2 minutes.
  • Lightly toss the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and vegetables; stir in pesto sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 932.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO-CRUSTED CHICKEN BREAST OVER CREAMY HERB POLENTA



Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto-Crusted Chicken Breast over Creamy Herb Polenta image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup sun-dried tomatoes from a jar
2 garlic cloves, quartered
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 (6-ounce) chicken breasts, with wing bone, skin on
2 cups chicken stock
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup freshly shredded Cheddar
3 tablespoons chopped scallions
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the chicken with sun-dried tomato pesto crust:
  • For the creamy polenta:
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • For the pesto crust:
  • Blend sun-dried tomatoes, garlic cloves and basil leaves in a food processor. Stir in Parmesan and add salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside briefly. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breast with pepper only. (The Parmesan in the pesto will provide salt.) Brown both sides of chicken, beginning with skin side first. Coat chicken with pesto and roast in oven for 25 to 35 minutes, or until fork tender.
  • For the polenta:
  • Combine chicken stock and cream in a large heavy saucepan. Heat to a gentle boil over medium heat, being careful not to burn. While whisking constantly, gradually add the cornmeal in a thin stream. Once cornmeal is incorporated, keep heat low and continue to whisk until mixture is slightly thickened and creamy. Stir in butter and Cheddar and allow cheese to melt. Season with pepper, (and salt if needed). Spoon polenta onto serving plate, top with chicken breast and garnish with chopped scallions.

PESTO PASTA WITH SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND ROASTED ASPARAGUS



Pesto Pasta With Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus image

Make and share this Pesto Pasta With Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sofie-a-toast

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces medium pasta shells
1 lb asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup basil pesto
1/3 cup julienned sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, in small cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
  • Place asparagus in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper, to taste; gently toss to combine. Place into oven and roast for 8-12 minutes, or until tender but crisp. Let cool before cutting into 1-inch pieces.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, asparagus, pesto, sun dried tomatoes and mozzarella.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 676, Fat 29.6, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 59.8, Sodium 542.4, Carbohydrate 73.2, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 5, Protein 33.7

CHICKEN, ARTICHOKE AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO WITH PESTO



Chicken, Artichoke and Sun-Dried Tomato With Pesto image

This is a recipe that I made up, using whatever I had left over in the pantry and the freezer. It came out great, so I thought I would share it. For best results, use my pesto recipe: recipe#343277 . Enjoy!

Provided by Chef Art

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces angel hair pasta, uncooked
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 (14 ounce) can artichokes (quartered)
1/2 cup pesto sauce (Use my pesto Ardolino-Style Homemade Pesto)
8 ounces sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and sliced julienne
salt and pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, plus more if needed

Steps:

  • Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil over HIGH heat and add salt.
  • Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally until barely tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water and drain the pasta.
  • In a separate skillet, heat the olive oil on MEDIUM.
  • Add the chicken and garlic and cook throughout (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Add the artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, reserved cooking water, ginger, thyme, and pesto and cook 1-2 minutes more. Use my pesto recipe: http://www.recipezaar.com/rz.193016.
  • Toss all ingredients together with the pasta and cheese. Add more cheese is desired. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

COLORFUL CHICKEN PESTO WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND PEPPERS



Colorful Chicken Pesto with Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Peppers image

Unique and fresh, easy to make and looks gourmet. Great to serve for company. Leftovers are great hot or cold.

Provided by Lucia D

Categories     Pesto Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped (reserve oil)
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 cup prepared pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the angel hair pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken strips until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet; cook and stir asparagus in the oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add yellow and red bell pepper strips; cook and stir an additional 2 minutes.
  • Lightly toss the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and vegetables; stir in pesto sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 932.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CHICKEN, PESTO AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO PASTA



Chicken, Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta image

This is one of the most requested recipes in our house; simple, very tasty and healthy. Goes down a treat with a nice glass of white!

Provided by currybunny

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts, skin and fat removed
14 ounces penne or 14 ounces spiral shaped pasta
3/4 cup semi sun-dried tomato, roughly chopped
2/3 cup basil pesto
2/3 cup light cream
parmesan cheese, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, add to pan and cook for 5-7 minutes each side or until cooked through.
  • Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
  • Cook pasta according to packet direction, drain and return to saucepan.
  • Heat remaining oil in pan, add tomatoes and toss for a minute.
  • Thinly slice chicken and return to pan; add pesto and cream and toss over low heat til well combined.
  • Add pasta and mix well, season with salt and pepper if desired.
  • Serve accompanied with parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672.9, Fat 24, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 72.8, Sodium 281, Carbohydrate 93.1, Fiber 17, Sugar 4.1, Protein 26.8

COLORFUL CHICKEN PESTO WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND PEPPERS



Colorful Chicken Pesto with Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Peppers image

Unique and fresh, easy to make and looks gourmet. Great to serve for company. Leftovers are great hot or cold.

Provided by Lucia D

Categories     Pesto Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped (reserve oil)
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 cup prepared pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the angel hair pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken strips until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet; cook and stir asparagus in the oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add yellow and red bell pepper strips; cook and stir an additional 2 minutes.
  • Lightly toss the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and vegetables; stir in pesto sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 932.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CHICKEN WITH PESTO ASPARAGUS AND TOMATOES



Chicken With Pesto Asparagus and Tomatoes image

Make and share this Chicken With Pesto Asparagus and Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shari Freeman

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 (18 inch) parchment paper or 12 (18 inch) aluminum foil
1 chicken breast
5 ounces asparagus
1 roma tomato, sliced
2 tablespoons pesto sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees farhenheit (200 degrees celius).
  • Fold the parchment paper in half, then open up.
  • Cut the ends of the asparagus and lay them on one half of the parchment paper.
  • Drizzle on oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Lay the chicken on the asparagus, season with salt and pepper, and spread on the pesto. Top with tomato slices.
  • Fold the parchment paper over the chicken, and cinch the paper together by folding it over itself along the edges.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature of chikcen reaches 165 degrees fahrenheit (75 degrees celcuis).
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.3, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 114.7, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.5, Protein 34.2

COLORFUL CHICKEN PESTO WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND PEPPERS



Colorful Chicken Pesto with Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Peppers image

Unique and fresh, easy to make and looks gourmet. Great to serve for company. Leftovers are great hot or cold.

Provided by Lucia D

Categories     Pesto Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped (reserve oil)
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 cup prepared pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the angel hair pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken strips until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet; cook and stir asparagus in the oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add yellow and red bell pepper strips; cook and stir an additional 2 minutes.
  • Lightly toss the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and vegetables; stir in pesto sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 932.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

COLORFUL CHICKEN PESTO WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND PEPPERS



Colorful Chicken Pesto with Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Peppers image

Unique and fresh, easy to make and looks gourmet. Great to serve for company. Leftovers are great hot or cold.

Provided by Lucia D

Categories     Pesto Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped (reserve oil)
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 cup prepared pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the angel hair pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken strips until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet; cook and stir asparagus in the oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add yellow and red bell pepper strips; cook and stir an additional 2 minutes.
  • Lightly toss the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and vegetables; stir in pesto sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 932.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

COLORFUL CHICKEN PESTO WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND PEPPERS



Colorful Chicken Pesto with Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Peppers image

Unique and fresh, easy to make and looks gourmet. Great to serve for company. Leftovers are great hot or cold.

Provided by Lucia D

Categories     Pesto Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped (reserve oil)
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 cup prepared pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the angel hair pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken strips until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet; cook and stir asparagus in the oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add yellow and red bell pepper strips; cook and stir an additional 2 minutes.
  • Lightly toss the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and vegetables; stir in pesto sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 932.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

COLORFUL CHICKEN PESTO WITH ASPARAGUS, SUN DRIED TOMATOES AND PEPPERS



Colorful Chicken Pesto with Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Peppers image

Unique and fresh, easy to make and looks gourmet. Great to serve for company. Leftovers are great hot or cold.

Provided by Lucia D

Categories     Pesto Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped (reserve oil)
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 cup prepared pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the angel hair pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken strips until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet; cook and stir asparagus in the oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add yellow and red bell pepper strips; cook and stir an additional 2 minutes.
  • Lightly toss the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and vegetables; stir in pesto sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 932.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

PENNE WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND ASPARAGUS



Penne With Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Asparagus image

Heavenly!!! This is a family favorite that is very easy to put together. A good quality white wine works best.... enjoy! Cooking time includes waiting for water to boil!

Provided by Heart N Soul

Categories     Penne

Time 30m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces penne pasta
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup minced onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced
1/4 cup white wine
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 lb fresh asparagus, cut into one inch lengths
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, julienned
1/4 cup grated pecorino romano cheese

Steps:

  • Cook Pasta as directed, drain, set aside.
  • In large skillet, heat olive oil.
  • Add onion, garlic, and rosemary, saute until garlic begins to caramelize and the onions are translucent.
  • Add white wine and simmer for about one minute.
  • Add the heavy cream, salt, pepper, asparagus and sundried tomatoes.
  • Simmer for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are heated.
  • Toss cream mixture with pasta and Grated cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1389.6, Fat 60.1, SaturatedFat 24.4, Cholesterol 122.3, Sodium 82.6, Carbohydrate 194.5, Fiber 28.8, Sugar 3.4, Protein 22.4

PESTO CHICKEN & ASPARAGUS



Pesto Chicken & Asparagus image

With only five ingredients I can put a beautiful meal on the table for family or guests in very little time. I use store-bought pesto, which makes preparation quick and easy. This is a one-skillet dish, and it's also the only way I can get my 3-year-old son to eat asparagus. -Brooke Icenhour, Easley, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup prepared pesto
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked couscous

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute asparagus until crisp-tender. Stir in the cream, pesto and pepper until blended. Return chicken to the pan; heat through. Serve with couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 42g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 154mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

PESTO CHICKEN WRAP WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



Pesto Chicken Wrap With Sun-Dried Tomatoes image

I have been on a pesto kick for while with all this basil coming from my herb garden. This is a good lunch wrap.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1 cup couscous
2 garlic cloves, peeled
2 cups fresh basil leaves, stems removed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon pepper, to taste
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
4 burrito-size flour tortillas, warmed
3 -4 cups shredded cooked chicken, seasoned to taste
16 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and coarsely chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded, and diced

Steps:

  • Add couscous and salt to taste in a small bowl; pour in 1 1/2 cup boiling water; cover and set aside.
  • To make the pesto: add the garlic, basil, olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to the container of a blender or food processor; blend or process until smooth.
  • Stir in cheese; set aside.
  • In a small, heavy, dry skillet over medium heat, toast walnuts for about 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until aromatic; watch closely to prevent burning; set aside.
  • To assemble wraps: Spread 2 tablespoons pesto, 1/2 cup couscous, 3/4 to 1 cup chicken, one-fourth of the walnuts, one-fourth of the sun-dried tomatoes,and one-fourth of the yellow bell pepper evenly over each tortilla--leave a 1-inch border.
  • Roll-up into a wrap.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 809.9, Fat 34.6, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 89.8, Sodium 899.1, Carbohydrate 78.5, Fiber 7, Sugar 1.8, Protein 45.6

BAKED CHICKEN WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO



Baked Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto image

Make and share this Baked Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JamesDeansGirl

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless chicken breasts, with or without skin
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil
2 tablespoons oil, from jar of oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaf
2 1/2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500*F.
  • Line a 13x9" baking pan with foil; arrange chicken in the pan.
  • Combine the sun-dried tomatoes, 2 Tbsp.
  • of the oil, basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and pepper in a food processor; whirl until smooth.
  • Spread about half (around 1/4 cup) of the pesto over the chicken.
  • Bake about 15-20 minutes, or until juices run clear; remove pan from oven.
  • Heat the broiler.
  • Spread the remaining pesto over the chicken; broil 6" from heat for 3-5 minutes, or until browned.

PESTO CHICKEN SANDWICH



Pesto Chicken Sandwich image

Gooey mozzarella paired with pesto aioli, carved rotisserie chicken and sun-dried tomatoes make for one of our best sandwiches yet. This easy lunch or dinner is ready in just a few minutes and it tastes like it came straight from a restaurant.

Provided by Steph

Categories     Lunch     Main Course     Dinner

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayonnaise with olive oil
2 Tablespoons prepared pesto
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
salt and pepper, to taste
8 slices ciabatta bread (or any other kind of bread)
carved rotisserie chicken, to taste (or shredded chicken)
1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes
4 slices mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, pesto, lemon juice, and salt and pepper.
  • On a foil-lined baking sheet, place the 8 slices of bread.
  • Spread an even amount of pesto aioli on each slice. Top 4 of the slices of bread with chicken and sun dried tomatoes, and the other 4 slices with mozzarella cheese.
  • Broil for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is melted and the chicken is warm.
  • Assemble sandwiches by placing one slice of bread with cheese one top of a slice of bread with chicken and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1367 kcal, Fat 63 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Sodium 2821 mg, Carbohydrate 152 g, Sugar 31 g, Protein 50 mg

GRILLED CHICKEN & ASPARAGUS PASTA WITH PARSLEY PESTO



Grilled Chicken & Asparagus Pasta with Parsley Pesto image

Using fresh, homemade pesto for this dish really gives it great flavor. Grilling the asparagus also adds a flavor boost!

Provided by MMers

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup packed fresh parsley
1/2 cup olive oil
2/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb asparagus
3 cups penne pasta
1 sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained and cut into small pieces
2 boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • For Pesto: Place all ingredients into a food processor and combine thoroughly.
  • Set aside.
  • (Pesto may be prepared up to 2 days ahead of time and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature and stir before using).
  • Grill chicken breasts on barbecue until cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Slice and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, cook penne in a large pot of water until tender but firm, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Drain well.
  • Break off tough ends of asparagus.
  • Leaving whole, grill spears on barbecue when chicken breasts are almost done, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove and cut into 2 inch pieces.
  • In a large bowl, toss together pasta, chicken, asparagus, red pepper strips and sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Gently stir in pesto and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. Look for organic, locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: This recipe is a great starting point, but feel free to add your own personal touches. Try different herbs, spices, or vegetables to create a dish that's uniquely yours.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly: Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) to ensure that it's safe to eat.
  • Enjoy your meal! This colorful chicken pesto is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion.

Conclusion:

This colorful chicken pesto is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors and flavorful ingredients, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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