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Naturally gluten free, this Italian skillet meal is creamy and dreamy! First, chicken and veggies are sautéed. Then, topped with homemade pesto and a light cream sauce. So much flavor with little time and effort! And, the entire meal is made using only one pan. Plus, it can be served as is or over pasta, rice, or cauliflower rice.
One Pan. Chicken. Veggies. Pesto. A light cream sauce. Done.
Pesto is super simple to make and only requires 4 ingredients! Plus, it literally takes less than 5 minutes and there's no actual cooking involved (unless you want to add toasted nuts.) And, pesto is a great sauce or addition to so many dishes!
Pesto is a green paste blended with olive oil. The basic ingredients include basil, garlic, salt, and pine nuts. Pesto comes from the Italian word pesta, which means to pound or crush. Traditionally, pesto was made with a mortar and pestle. Now, it's easily made in a blender or food processor.
Yes, pesto is healthy when eaten in moderation. It's part of the mediterranean diet and high in heart-healthy fats. Traditionally made with basil, you can substitute in some spinach for added fiber, protein, and Vitamin C.
No. Pine nuts add some flavor, but are not necessary in pesto. Macadamia nuts, walnuts, pecans, cashews, almonds, and pistachios are all terrific substitutes. I often use toasted walnuts or simply skip nuts altogether. Your pesto will still taste great!
Store leftover chicken pesto in the fridge for 4-5 days in an airtight container.
For an easy weeknight meal, ready in 30 minutes- this creamy pesto chicken skillet is healthy and flavorful!
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