CHICKEN WITH ARUGULA PESTO

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
6 ounces orecchiette (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into pieces
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3 cups baby arugula
1/2 cup firmly packed fresh parsley
2 tablespoons almonds or hazelnuts, toasted
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
4 small skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
2 medium tomatoes, halved
2 teaspoons whole-wheat breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs; about 3 minutes before the pasta is done, add the green beans. Drain the pasta and beans and rinse under cold water. Toss with half of the cheese, 1 tablespoon olive oil, the lemon zest and salt.
  • Preheat the broiler. Puree the arugula, parsley, nuts, lemon juice, 3 tablespoons water, the remaining cheese and 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt to taste in a food processor. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to about 1/2 inch thick. Transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet and season with salt. Rub all over with 1/4 cup of the arugula pesto and broil, turning once, until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Arrange the tomatoes cut-side up on another baking sheet and broil 2 minutes. Spread each with some pesto and sprinkle with the breadcrumbs. Broil until golden, 1 more minute. Serve the chicken, tomatoes and pasta salad with the remaining pesto.

Md Pial Prodhan
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make and it's always delicious. The pesto is so flavorful, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I usually serve it with pasta, but it's also great on chicken or fish.


Mohammed imran kh
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal. The pesto is so flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Hussain Ali FANNY PUB G CRAETER
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I've made this dish several times, and it's always a hit. The pesto is so versatile, and the chicken is always juicy and tender. I've served it with pasta, rice, and even quinoa.


Bil Bilal
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This dish is a favorite in my house. The pesto is so flavorful, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables or a side salad.


MD Shamin Hosan Islam
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I usually make it on weeknights when I'm short on time. The pesto is so flavorful, and the chicken is always juicy and tender.


Liaqat mehmood
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This is a great recipe for a summer meal. The arugula pesto is so fresh and light, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of grilled vegetables, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


John Vanklei
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I'm not a big fan of arugula, but I loved this pesto. It was so flavorful and bright. I used it on chicken, but I think it would also be great on pasta or fish.


Compassion Ozioma
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I made this dish for a dinner party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the pesto, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


mohammad adnan
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I usually serve it with rice or pasta.


Ryan Shaw
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I love pesto, and this arugula pesto was one of the best I've ever had. It was so flavorful and fresh. I used it on chicken, but I think it would also be great on pasta or fish.


Vegeta Prince
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was totally worth it. The pesto was amazing, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I served it with roasted vegetables, and it was a hit with my family.


Adilynne Sills
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I'm not usually a fan of arugula, but this pesto changed my mind. It was so tasty and peppery, and it paired perfectly with the chicken. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Murtaza Goraya
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This chicken with arugula pesto was absolutely delicious! The pesto was flavorful and bright, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this dish again.