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Instructions
1
Season the chicken breast(s) on both sides and chop into 1" pieces.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally and lightly browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Transfer chicken to a bowl and set aside.
3
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the now empty pan and add the mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and sauté until the liquid has evaporated and the mushrooms have softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds longer.
4
Add the pasta and water and stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the water. The pasta will release it's starches when it's close to being done…it will begin to stick together and the liquid will thicken.
5
Add the chicken back to the pan along with the pesto sauce and tomatoes and stir well, cooking until just heated through.
6
Remove from heat and top with the grated parmesan. Serve topped with toasted walnuts if desired and enjoy!
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pound Chicken Evenly 🔨Pound boneless chicken breasts to uniform thickness (about ¾ inch) so they cook evenly in the pot and finish at the same time as the pasta.
- Sear Before Simmering 🔥Sear the chicken in avocado oil over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side to develop a golden crust and lock in moisture before adding liquid.
- Reserve Pasta Water 💧Save a cup of starchy pasta cooking water to adjust the sauce consistency at the end—it helps the pesto cling to the pasta and creates a silky finish.
- Add Pesto at the End ✨Stir in the pesto sauce in the final 2-3 minutes of cooking to preserve its fresh basil flavor and vibrant green color from heat damage.
- Toast Garlic First 🧄Sauté minced garlic in the oil for 30 seconds until fragrant before adding other ingredients to build a deeper, more complex flavor base for the entire dish.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
High Protein
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