Linguine With Chicken, Garlic And Basil Recipe

Name: Linguine With Chicken, Garlic And Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 tablespoons garlic, minced; 3/4 lb linguine; 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in strips; 2 poblano peppers, seeded, julienned; 3 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced; 1/2 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced; 4 ounces prosciutto, chopped; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated, divided

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 tablespoons garlic, minced
3/4 lb linguine
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in strips
2 poblano peppers, seeded, julienned
3 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/2 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
4 ounces prosciutto, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated, divided

1
Heat 1/4 cup oil in heavy small skillet over medium heat.
2
Add garlic and saute until light golden brown, about 6 minutes.
3
Strain oil into glass measuring cup; reserve garlic.
4
Add enough oil to measuring cup to measure 1/4 cup.
5
Set aside.
6
Cook linguine in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
7
Meanwhile, heat reserved oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
8
Add chicken and saute 5 minutes.
9
Add poblanos and saute 2 minutes.
10
Add tomatoes, 1/4 cup basil, prosciutto and 2 tablespoons cooked garlic and saute until chicken is cooked through, about 1 minute.
11
Remove from heat.
12
Add butter and stir just until melted.
13
Drain linguine and place in large bowl.
14
Add chicken mixture and 1/2 cup Parmesan; toss to coat.
15
Season with salt and pepper.
16
Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup basil and 2 tablespoons cooked garlic.
17
Serve with remaining Parmesan.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 4 tablespoons garlic, minced, 3/4 lb linguine, and more.

Yes, Linguine With Chicken, Garlic And Basil falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Linguine With Chicken, Garlic And Basil

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