LIME CHICKEN LINGUINE W/CILANTRO CREAM SAUCE & ROASTED ZUCCH

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My husband made this for dinner last night, I don't know where he got the recipe, but man....it was like eating in a 5 star restaurant! Don't let all the steps and ingredients scare you off, this recipe is for the entire meal! The flavour reminded me of being in Costa Rica :) Prep time is marinating time

Provided by Leslie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/4 cup lime juice
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (8 ounce) package linguine
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
8 cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 large zucchini, quartered lengthwise
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 bunch green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk together 1/4 cup lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; add the chicken breasts. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours, turning the chicken occasionally.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the cilantro and garlic, cook and stir 1 minute. Pour in the wine, chicken broth, and 2 tablespoons lime juice, and return to a simmer. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Return the mixture to the sauce pan and stir in the cream and green onions; bring to a boil and remove from heat.
  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the linguine, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • Drain well and transfer linguine to a large mixing bowl; add 2 tablespoons olive oil, the Parmesan cheese, and the quartered cherry tomatoes; toss until the pasta is evenly coated in oil.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts, turning once, until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Meanwhile, lie the zucchini on a baking sheet and coat with 1 tablespoon olive oil with a pastry brush. Place zucchini on middle rack in the oven, and bake, turning every 5 minutes, until nicely browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Return Cilantro Cream sauce to the stovetop and re-heat.
  • Lie the zucchini pieces side by side on a serving platter; lie the chicken breasts on the zucchini; pour the cilantro cream sauce over the chicken. Serve with the pasta on the side.
  • If there is some extra sauce, toss it into the pasta -- it's delicious! I found I had pasta left over, so I just re-heated it for lunch the next day :).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1316.4, Fat 75.7, SaturatedFat 31.8, Cholesterol 213.8, Sodium 780, Carbohydrate 106, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 11.7, Protein 51

Imam Malik
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Overall, this was a great recipe. The only thing I would change is to add more vegetables. Maybe some sautéed spinach or broccoli would be a nice addition.


Dilpickle008
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Gilberto Rogel
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I'll try cooking the chicken for a shorter amount of time next time.


Molai Aijaz Official
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I found the sauce to be a bit too heavy for my liking. I think I'll try using a lighter cream next time, or maybe even a yogurt-based sauce.


Hayle John
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning, or maybe some added spice. Otherwise, it was a decent dish.


fearful1324
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I made this dish for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the flavors and how well the ingredients complemented each other. Definitely a keeper!


King Ntow
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This is one of my go-to recipes for weeknight dinners. It's quick and easy to make, and always a hit with my family. The kids especially love the creamy sauce.


Christana Anisulowo
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Tried this recipe last night and it turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was tender and juicy. My family loved it!


Irtza Saeed
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Wow, this dish was amazing! The roasted zucchini added a nice smoky flavor to the creamy sauce. I also loved the addition of cilantro, which gave it a refreshing twist. Highly recommend!


Muskaan Karki
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This chicken linguine with cilantro cream sauce and roasted zucchini was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly well-balanced, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I especially loved the pop of freshness from the cilantro and lime. Wil