Raymon Kim's Walnut Pesto Chicken Breast Pasta

A satisfying union of homemade pesto made with rich, nutty walnuts instead of pine nuts and juicy, moist grilled chicken breast.

Ingredients needed 1 servings

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Cooking tips

  • If storing pesto in the fridge for up to a week, do not add salt beforehand—season just before use to prevent the sauce from becoming too salty.
  • When grilling chicken breast, cover the pan and periodically add pasta water and butter to prevent moisture loss, resulting in an exceptionally tender, non-dry texture.

Recommended for

  • Those who dislike dry chicken breast dishes and want to learn a chef’s secret for achieving a moist, tender texture.
  • Home cooks looking to create a rich, sophisticated pasta sauce using accessible walnuts instead of traditional basil pesto.

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