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PASTA FREDDA CON POLLO E PESTO

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Pesto Pasta with Chicken and Mushrooms

Cultural Context

Pesto pasta is a beloved dish originating from the Liguria region of Italy, where fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil are blended into a vibrant sauce. Traditionally served with trofie or trenette pasta, this dish has become a staple in Italian cuisine, often incorporating seasonal ingredients like chicken and mushrooms. Today, variations abound globally, reflecting local tastes and available ingredients, making pesto pasta a versatile favorite.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
350 g fusilli
400 g petto di pollo
150 g pesto alla genovese
q.b. sale
q.b. pepe

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and dairy-free.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats at a lower cost.

1

Cook the fusilli according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a separate pan, cook the chicken breast until fully cooked and golden brown.

3

Once cooked, slice the chicken breast.

4

In a large bowl, combine the cooked fusilli, sliced chicken, and pesto. Mix well.

5

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

milkeggstree-nuts

Also Known As

Pasta al Pesto con Pollo e Funghi
Local Name: Pasta al Pesto con Pollo e Funghi

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