Best 3 Spicy Pesto Chicken And Pasta Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our Spicy Pesto Chicken and Pasta, a symphony of flavors that will awaken your taste buds. This delectable dish seamlessly blends the zesty kick of spicy pesto with the comforting warmth of pasta, creating a harmonious balance that will leave you craving more. Embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you through the art of crafting this exquisite meal, offering variations and additional recipes to cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions.

**Recipes Included:**

* **Spicy Pesto Chicken and Pasta:** The cornerstone of our culinary exploration, this recipe combines succulent chicken, vibrant pesto, and al dente pasta in a symphony of flavors.

* **Vegan Pesto Pasta:** A delightful plant-based alternative, this recipe transforms the classic pesto pasta into a vegan masterpiece, showcasing the versatility of this beloved sauce.

* **Pesto Chicken Skewers:** Elevate your grilling game with these succulent chicken skewers, marinated in a flavorful pesto marinade and grilled to perfection.

* **Pesto Shrimp Pasta:** Embark on a seafood adventure with this tantalizing pasta dish, where succulent shrimp are tossed in a rich pesto sauce, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.

* **Pesto Zucchini Noodles:** Discover a lighter and healthier take on pesto pasta with this recipe, featuring zucchini noodles spiralized into a vibrant green canvas, coated in a luscious pesto sauce.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TEENA'S SPICY PESTO CHICKEN AND PASTA



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A spicy chicken and pesto pasta dish that's easy to adjust to any heat level. I created it after eating a similar dish at a Santa Monica restaurant, and it's one of my favorites. Serve with additional grated Parmesan, if desired. As an option, it's delicious with creamy goat cheese stirred in at the end.

Provided by LAGIRL

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked farfalle (bow tie) pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
6 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place farfalle pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mix in the chile paste and chicken. Cook and stir chicken 10 minutes, or until evenly browned and juices run clear.
  • Toss the cooked farfalle, pesto, Parmesan cheese, and cilantro into the skillet, and continue cooking just until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 42.7 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 214.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

TEENA'S SPICY PESTO CHICKEN AND PASTA RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by classycook

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked farfalle (bow tie) pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
6 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place farfalle pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mix in the chile paste and chicken. Cook and stir chicken 10 minutes, or until evenly browned and juices run clear. Toss the cooked farfalle, pesto, Parmesan cheese, and cilantro into the skillet, and continue cooking just until heated through. Nutritional Information Amount Per Serving Calories: 422 | Total Fat: 15.2g | Cholesterol: 43mg

SPICY PESTO CHICKEN AND PASTA



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Categories     Pasta

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked cavatapi (twirly) pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon hot chile paste
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
6 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place farfalle pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain. 2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mix in the chile paste and chicken. Cook and stir chicken 10 minutes, or until evenly browned and juices run clear. 3. Toss the cooked farfalle, pesto, Parmesan cheese, and cilantro into the skillet, and continue cooking just until heated through.

Tips:

  • Use fresh basil for the pesto. This will give it the best flavor and aroma.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can make the pesto by hand. Just finely chop the basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese.
  • You can use any type of pasta for this dish. Penne, rotini, and fusilli are all good choices.
  • If you like your chicken spicy, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the pesto.
  • Serve the chicken and pasta with a side of grilled vegetables or a salad.

Conclusion:

This spicy pesto chicken and pasta dish is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The pesto is made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese, and it gives the chicken and pasta a delicious flavor. The dish is also very versatile, so you can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.

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