Pine Nut And Chicken Pasta Recipe

Name: Pine Nut And Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces fusilli or 8 ounces other spiral shaped pasta; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly slivered; 1 cup green bell pepper, thinly slivered; 6 green onions, sliced with some of the green; 4 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced; 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup pine nuts; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons lemon juice or 2 tablespoons lime juice; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

8 ounces fusilli or 8 ounces other spiral shaped pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup red bell pepper, thinly slivered
1 cup green bell pepper, thinly slivered
6 green onions, sliced with some of the green
4 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice or 2 tablespoons lime juice
salt and pepper, to taste

1
In a large pot, cook pasta according to directions.
2
In a 325u00b0 oven lightly toast the pine nuts for 5-7 minutes, or until a light golden-brown.
3
In a large skillet or wok, heat oil.
4
Saute chicken with peppers and onions for 5 minutes.
5
Add ginger, garlic, and pine nuts and saute for about 5 more minutes more.
6
Add soy sauce and lemon or lime juice and remove from heat.
7
Drain pasta well and place in a large bowl.
8
Pour chicken mixture over pasta and add salt and pepper to taste or you can add the cooked pasta directly to the wok or skillet.
9
Toss well to coat with chicken mixture--serve at once.

1049

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces fusilli or 8 ounces other spiral shaped pasta, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces, 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly slivered, and more.

Yes, Pine Nut And Chicken Pasta 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pine Nut And Chicken Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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