Fettuccine with pesto and chicken

4 servings

30 minutes

Fettuccine with pesto and chicken is a refined dish of Italian cuisine that harmoniously combines tender pasta, aromatic pesto sauce, and juicy chicken fillet. The origins of this dish delve into the depths of traditional Italian gastronomy, where pasta is considered a staple food. The velvety texture of the pesto sauce made from basil, nuts, and parmesan perfectly complements the creaminess of the fettuccine, while the sautéed chicken adds rich flavor and nutrition. Each serving is filled with the freshness of cherry tomatoes that provide a slight tanginess. Fettuccine with pesto and chicken is perfect for an Italian-style dinner, and its quick preparation method makes it indispensable in the daily diet of gourmets. Serve with basil and grated cheese while enjoying every forkful.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 832.6
• Proteins: 32.1g
• Fats: 35.3g
• Carbohydrates: 89.7g

Ingredients

• Fettuccine pasta: 500 g
• Butter: 1 tbsp
• Vegetable oil: 1 tbsp
• Cherry tomatoes: 18 pc
• Chicken fillet: 200 g
• Pesto: 175 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Boil water and cook the fettuccine until al dente, about 12 minutes. Once ready, drain a cup of water and set it aside — we will need it. Drain the remaining water and keep the pasta in the pot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fettuccine pasta: 500 g
   • Salt:  to taste

2. While the water is boiling and the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken fillet into cubes and the cherry tomatoes in half. The chicken can also be cubed after frying, which will make the seasoning less noticeable.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 200 g
   • Cherry tomatoes: 18 pieces

3. In a medium skillet over low heat, melt butter in vegetable oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper (optionally add your favorite spice), and fry over medium heat until golden brown (and cooked through, of course). Remove from heat, place in a container, and seal tightly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 1 tablespoon
   • Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

4. Pour out most of the oil from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Sauté the tomatoes over medium heat, stirring frequently, until soft.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry tomatoes: 18 pieces

5. Add fried chicken and tomatoes to the pot with pasta, and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 200 g
   • Cherry tomatoes: 18 pieces

6. Add pesto and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pesto: 175 g

7. Add water from the paste, stirring until the paste is no longer too dry.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fettuccine pasta: 500 g

8. Serve with basil and fresh tomatoes, optionally sprinkle with a small amount of grated cheese.