CHICKEN WITH CLEMENTINE SAUCE & AVOCADO PASTA

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A unique-tasting dish that combines the flavors of clementines and basil with the natural creaminess of avocado. I like to add spinach to this, but not always. It definitely looks prettier on the plate without the spinach, but the added nutrition is always a plus.

Provided by rpgaymer

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 avocado, peeled, pitted, & chopped
1/3 cup fresh basil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 shallots, sliced
1/4 cup sugar
4 clementines, sliced & peeled
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 ounces penne pasta
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine avocado, basil, lemon juice, garlic, black pepper, and salt. Set aside.
  • Start cooking the pasta according to your package's directions.
  • Lightly pound the chicken into 1/8" thick cutlets, then season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
  • Heat half of the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add cutlets and cook for 5 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  • Heat the rest of the olive oil in the pan, then add the shallots and sautee for about 1 minute. Sprinkle sugar over the shallots and cook undisturbed until it is melted and golden, or about another minute.
  • Stir in clementine slices, water, white wine vinegar, & red pepper. Scrape the pan for about 30 seconds, then lower the heat and let simmer for 3 minutes. (If you are using the spinach, add it right after this step and stir the sauce until the leaves have wilted.).
  • Drain the pasta, but don't rinse it. Put the pasta in the bowl holding the avocado mixture, and stir to combine well.
  • Serve chicken over pasta and top with clementine sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 565.2, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 200.3, Carbohydrate 74.1, Fiber 11.1, Sugar 19.8, Protein 21.6

Josh Slaton
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Zahir ali
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This recipe was a bit confusing to follow. I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but the dish didn't turn out as expected.


Md Jamile
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I'm not a big fan of avocado, but I loved this dish! The avocado added a nice creamy texture to the sauce.


Meerab Rasheed
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with more spices.


ogbologra Joseph
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish turned out perfectly. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.


MdMohon Islam
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth the effort. The dish was absolutely delicious, and I will definitely be making it again.


Zafro Khan
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I made this dish for my family, and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without any complaints.


daniel odindo
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a lighter sauce.


ANTOR antor
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I'm not a big fan of clementines, but I loved this dish! The sauce was tangy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Lhamu Lama
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, and the results are always delicious. I love the combination of clementines, avocado, and chicken.


Rj Kamran
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I'll try again with a different cooking method for the chicken.


ramitonciv
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a more savory sauce.


Allen Joseph
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my sauce didn't turn out as creamy as I expected. I'm not sure what I did wrong, but the dish was still tasty.


IDDI YAKUBU
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I made this dish for a dinner party, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination, and the dish was very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


MD Marupe555
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth the effort. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The avocado added a nice creamy texture to the dish.


Wajid ali Wajid
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I was skeptical about the combination of clementines and avocado in a pasta dish, but I was pleasantly surprised! The flavors worked really well together, and the dish was very light and refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Charles r. Brown jr
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This chicken with clementine sauce and avocado pasta was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the sweetness of the clementines complementing the savory chicken and avocado. The pasta was cooked to perfection, and the sauce w