PESTO CHICKEN FLORENTINE

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"Extremely rich combination of chicken, spinach and creamy pesto sauce. Serve with crunchy bread and romaine salad - the best!" Found on allrecipies.com

Provided by Elizabeth Theresa

Categories     Penne

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
1 alfredo sauce mix
2 tablespoons pesto sauce
1 (8 ounce) package dry penne pasta
1 tablespoon romano cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic, saute for 1 minute; then add chicken and cook for 7 to 8 minutes on each side. When chicken is close to being cooked through (no longer pink inside), add spinach and saute all together for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare Alfredo sauce according to package directions. When finished, stir in 2 tablespoons pesto; set aside.
  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Rinse under cold water and drain.
  • Add chicken/spinach mixture to pasta, then stir in pesto/Alfredo sauce. Mix well, top with cheese and serve.

Scoty Mary
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This dish is a family favorite. We make it all the time.


Shankar Tharu
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I love this dish! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Hira Gtn
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This is a great recipe. I've made it several times and it's always a success.


Alexa
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I made this dish for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Jaceyn Jimenez
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This dish was easy to make and it turned out great! The chicken was juicy and the pesto sauce was flavorful.


Julion Alvarez
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This dish is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


skeleton
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a success. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the pesto sauce is flavorful and creamy.


Naya Paul
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This is one of my favorite recipes. I make it all the time. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Talha Jani
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto sauce was delicious.


Sinha Simi
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This dish was amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the pesto sauce was flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


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