Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
0.25 cup

Walnuts

4 cloves

Garlic

minced

1 tsp

Whole Black Pepper Corns

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Lemon juice

50 g

Basil leaves

4 unit

Chicken breasts

cubed

2 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

300 g

Spaghetti Pasta

0.5 cup

Sun Dried Tomatoes

chopped

0.25 cup

Parmesan cheese

grated

Step 1
~2 min

Heat a saucepan with water and salt.

Step 2
~2 min

Add spaghetti pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente.

Step 3
~2 min

Strain pasta and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 4
~2 min

Blend basil leaves, garlic, olive oil, walnuts, parmesan, pepper, and salt to make pesto.

Step 5
~2 min

Add water if needed and lemon juice to the pesto.

Step 6
~2 min

Cut sun-dried tomatoes into bite-size pieces.

Step 7
~2 min

Cube chicken breast and mince garlic.

Step 8
~2 min

Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.

Step 9
~2 min

Add chicken and cook until white and roasted.

Step 10
~2 min

Season chicken with salt and pepper.

Step 11
~2 min

In a saucepan, combine pesto, boiled pasta, and sun-dried tomatoes.

Step 12
~2 min

Toss and stir-fry on medium heat until well combined.

Step 13
~2 min

Adjust salt to taste.

Step 14
~2 min

Transfer pasta to a serving bowl.

Step 15
~2 min

Serve with garlic bread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh basil for the best flavor.

Toast the walnuts before adding them to the pesto for a richer taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Pesto can be made ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with garlic bread.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caprese salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Pasta is a staple food in Italian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family dinners
Casual gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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