Chicken Breast with Pesto Rice
Chicken Breast with Pesto Rice is a flavorful and quick dish that brings the tastes of Italian cuisine to your table. The rich, basil flavor of the pesto harmonizes perfectly with the tender rice and juicy chicken breast. This dish is an ideal choice if you want to prepare a light yet delicious dinner. You can make this recipe even more special by adding fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 4
600
g
Chicken Breast
100
g
Basil Pesto
300
g
Rice
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
50
g
Parmesan Cheese
600
ml
Water
1
pinch
Salt
1
pinch
Black Pepper
1
bunch
Fresh Basil Leaves
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Preparation Steps
1
Wash the chicken breasts and slice them thinly. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breast slices for 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through. Set aside and keep warm.
3
In a saucepan, bring 600 ml of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt, then pour in the rice. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes, then drain.
4
Combine the cooked rice with the pesto until evenly coated. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese to taste and mix well.
5
To serve, place the pesto rice on plates and arrange the cooked chicken breast alongside. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan.
