Best 9 Linguine With Chicken And Spicy Pesto Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our exploration of the delectable linguine with chicken and spicy pesto sauce. This dish promises an explosion of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the secrets of crafting this delectable dish, guiding you through the process of selecting the perfect ingredients, mastering the art of preparing the spicy pesto sauce, and achieving the perfect balance of textures and flavors. Along the way, we'll also uncover the fascinating history and origins of this beloved dish, adding depth and context to your cooking experience.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PESTO WITH LINGUINI



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Romano
1/2 cup grated Pecorino
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup olive oil
1 pound linguini pasta

Steps:

  • Using a pestle and mortar, combine the basil, cheeses, pine nuts, garlic, and salt and grind until a paste is formed. Add the olive oil slowly and mix with the mashed basil mixture until well combined.
  • Prepare pasta in boiling water and drain. Using a hot skillet, place pasta in skillet and add the pesto to the warm pasta. Stir the pesto into the pasta and serve.

LINGUINE PESTO WITH ITALIAN CHICKEN STRIPS



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"This dish came together by chance one night when I was scrambling to get a meal together. It's one of the best pasta entrees I make and is incredibly fast and tasty!" Beckie Perez - Port Washington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked linguine
1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use grilled Italian chicken strips
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) prepared pesto
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions; drain. Add the chicken, cheese, corn, pesto, bread crumbs, red pepper flakes and pepper. Toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

PESTO PASTA WITH CHICKEN



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Easy and delicious pasta with chicken. Serve with crusty bread and salad for a quick dinner. Use as much or as little pesto sauce as you like. Using homemade pesto will taste even better, but it adds to prep time. Enjoy!

Provided by Kristin

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
crushed red pepper flakes to taste
⅓ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and cut into strips
½ cup pesto sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic until tender, then stir in chicken. Season with red pepper flakes. Cook until chicken is golden, and cooked through.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, sun-dried tomatoes and pesto. Toss to coat evenly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 22.1 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 153.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

TEENA'S SPICY PESTO CHICKEN AND PASTA



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A spicy chicken and pesto pasta dish that's easy to adjust to any heat level. I created it after eating a similar dish at a Santa Monica restaurant, and it's one of my favorites. Serve with additional grated Parmesan, if desired. As an option, it's delicious with creamy goat cheese stirred in at the end.

Provided by LAGIRL

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked farfalle (bow tie) pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
6 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place farfalle pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mix in the chile paste and chicken. Cook and stir chicken 10 minutes, or until evenly browned and juices run clear.
  • Toss the cooked farfalle, pesto, Parmesan cheese, and cilantro into the skillet, and continue cooking just until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 42.7 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 214.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

LINGUINE WITH SPICY CHICKEN SAUCE



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Re-create a fabulous restaurant-style pasta dinner at home.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked linguine
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons anchovy paste
1 red jalapeño chile, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium red or yellow bell peppers, cut into 1x1/4-inch strips
1/2 cup dry red wine or Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
1/2 cup freshly grated or shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook and drain linguine as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook garlic, anchovy paste, chile and tomatoes in oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until garlic just begins to turn golden.
  • Stir in oregano, chicken, bell peppers and wine. Cover and cook about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Add linguine and 1/4 cup of the cheese to mixture in skillet; toss until linguine is evenly coated. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 690 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CREAMY CHICKEN PESTO LINGUINE



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This is an awesome dish - boneless chicken strips cooked in a creamy pesto parmesan sauce and served over linguine.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb linguine, cooked to package directions
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves minced garlic
olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
garlic powder
black pepper
1/2 cup pesto sauce
3 cups half-and-half (or heavy cream)
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Saute onion and garlic in oil in skillet.
  • Season chicken strips with garlic powder and black pepper and add to skillet with onion/garlic mixture.
  • When chicken is done, stir in pesto sauce, then add cream and parmesan cheese.
  • Cook over medium heat until thickened.
  • Drain cooked linguine and serve chicken and sauce over top.
  • Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

LINGUINE WITH CHICKEN AND SPICY PESTO SAUCE



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Categories     Chicken     Herb     Pasta     Pepper     Sauté     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/3-inch-wide 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 jalapeño
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/2 cup purchased pesto
12 ounces linguine
Additional chopped fresh cilantro
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to skillet and sauté 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, jalapeño and dried red pepper to same skillet. Sauté until green onions wilt, about 2 minutes. Add pesto, chicken and any accumulated juices; stir to blend. Remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, 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 to sauce and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl. Sprinkle with additional cilantro. Serve, passing Parmesan separately.

SPICY CHICKEN LINGUINE



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Our state is famous for its green chilies. Naturally, my husband and I included them in this linguine dish we invented. The sauce is also excellent with spaghetti or fettuccine noodles. All of our five children, ages 3 to 13, love it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon pepper
2-1/2 cups whole milk
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
12 ounces uncooked linguine
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, garlic powder and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add cheeses. Cook and stir for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted., Meanwhile, cook linguine according to package directions. Add chicken and chilies to cheese sauce; cook 5 minutes longer or until heated through. Drain linguine; top with chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675 calories, Fat 34g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 604mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

CREAMY PESTO CHICKEN AND LINGUINE



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Easy to make, this chicken is wonderfully tasty and rich. Not for those watching your fat intake, but hey... splurging every now and then isn't a bad idea. ;)

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb spinach linguine or 1 lb regular linguine
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 cup butter, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 whole shallot, minced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes, reconstituted in warm water (measurement before reconstituting)
2 cups half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon white pepper, to taste
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1/4-1/2 cup romano cheese or 1/4-1/2 cup extra parmesan cheese, grated,for garnish
fresh ground black pepper, for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook linguini according to package directions.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt 2 teaspoons of the butter together with the olive oil over medium heat.
  • Brown the chicken breasts on both sides until nicely golden and juices run clear, about 6 to 7 minutes per side.
  • Remove from pan and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; set aside.
  • Pour out drippings from pan, but do not wipe it out.
  • In the pan you cooked the chicken in, melt remaining butter over medium heat.
  • Toss in the minced garlic, shallot, mushrooms, and reconstituted sundried tomatoes and sauté for 5 minutes, then stir in half and half and season with pepper.
  • Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Stir the Parmesan into the creamy mixture, stirring until well mixed.
  • Stir in the pesto, and cook for about 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • Stir in the chicken cubes and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Re-heat the linguini (either in boiling water or microwave) and serve chicken and sauce over the hot pasta.
  • Garnish with grated Romano and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the pesto sauce and linguine will taste. If possible, use organic or homegrown produce.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is a delicate meat, and it can easily be overcooked. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, or it will become dry and tough.
  • Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is a key ingredient in pesto sauce, so it's important to use a good quality oil. Look for an extra virgin olive oil that has a fruity, peppery flavor.
  • Adjust the spiciness of the pesto sauce to your taste: If you don't like spicy food, you can reduce the amount of chili pepper flakes in the recipe. You can also add more chili pepper flakes if you like your food spicy.
  • Serve the linguine with chicken and pesto sauce immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is made. The pasta will start to absorb the sauce and become soggy if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This linguine with chicken and spicy pesto sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of the tender chicken, the flavorful pesto sauce, and the al dente linguine is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new pasta recipe to try, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed.

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