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.

Kourtney Walls
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I'm always looking for new recipes to try, and this one did not disappoint! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pesto sauce was creamy and delicious. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Raja Dawar
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This recipe was just what I was looking for. It was easy to make and the end result was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Sherri Baldwin
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I loved this recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Suresh Bhattarai
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pesto sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Charles Ratley
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I was impressed with this recipe. The chicken was moist and tender, and the pesto sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


William Robb
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Gehad Gaber
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I tried this recipe and it was delicious! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pesto sauce was very tasty. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Maher Saba
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This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was tough and the pesto sauce was inedible. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Hope Fleming
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This recipe was a disappointment. The chicken was dry and the pesto sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Umer Majeed
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The chicken was a little dry and the pesto sauce was not very flavorful. I would probably not make this again.


Sp Sharma
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This was a nice change from my usual weeknight dinners. The chicken was juicy and flavorful and the pesto sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Leanna Ferrer
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I really enjoyed this recipe. The chicken was very tender and the pesto sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Ranolang Dikaelo
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Lethabo Noko
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I was in a hurry and needed a quick and easy dinner. This recipe fit the bill perfectly! It was so easy to make and it tasted delicious. My whole family loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Jahna Coker-Vettori
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pesto sauce was creamy and delicious. I loved the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Carolyn Lucas
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I made this dish exactly as written and it was amazing! I was really impressed with the flavors and how easy it was to make. The pesto sauce was especially good. My husband and I both loved it.


Toamsworld Tv
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This recipe has been a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love the spicy pesto sauce - it's packed with flavor and really elevates the dish. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and


Dan Bohara
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Wow! I mean WOW! This recipe has been added to my permanent rotation of go-to dishes. I followed the recipe almost exactly, with just a few minor substitutions. I used penne pasta instead of linguine, and I added a bit of red pepper flakes to the pes