Chicken Pesto Dinner Recipe
Grilled chicken breast tossed with pesto and served with pasta.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning and Garnish
Method
Preparing the Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, drizzle the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Make sure to coat the chicken evenly.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Cooking the Pasta
- 3
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Combining the Ingredients
- 4
Toss the Pasta with Pesto
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta and pesto sauce. Toss until the pasta is well coated.
- 5
Serve the Dish
Slice the grilled chicken and place it on top of the pesto pasta. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired. Serve immediately.