chicken with broccoli walnut pesto cheese

Author of this recipe: Silva Braz

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Ingredients

• - Chicken breast (main ingredient)
• - Broccoli florets (vegetable component)
• - Walnuts (for texture and flavor)
• - Fresh parsley (to enhance flavor)
• - Garlic cloves (adds depth to the pesto sauce)
• - Pecorino Romano cheese (rich in flavor, enhances the overall taste)
• - Parmesan cheese (another flavorful option)
• - Extra virgin olive oil (essential for making a smooth pesto)
• - Salt and pepper (for seasoning)
• - Lemon juice (to brighten the flavors of the pesto)
• - Freshly grated black pepper (for extra spice)
• - Mozzarella cheese slices or shredded (optional, adds creaminess)
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Steps

1. ### Chicken with Broccoli Walnut Pesto Cheese Recipe
3. **Ingredients:**
4. - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
5. - 2 cups broccoli florets
6. - 1 cup walnuts
7. - 3 cloves garlic, minced
8. - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
9. - 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
10. - 3 tablespoons pine nuts
11. - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
12. - Salt and pepper to taste
13. - Olive oil for pan
15. **Steps:**
17. 1. **Prep the Pesto:**
18. - In a food processor, combine walnuts, garlic, basil leaves, parmesan cheese, and pine nuts.
19. - Drizzle in 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil while blending until smooth.
20. - Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
22. 2. **Prepare the Broccoli:**
23. - Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add broccoli florets and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until tender but still crisp.
24. - Drain and set broccoli aside.
26. 3. **Cook Chicken Breast:**
27. - Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
28. - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
29. - Add the chicken breasts, skin side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
30. - Flip the chicken and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes or until fully cooked through.
32. 4. **Combine Ingredients:**
33. - Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes.
34. - In the same skillet, add the prepared broccoli florets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
35. - Pour in half of the pesto sauce over the broccoli. Stir to coat.
37. 5. **Serve:**
38. - Slice the chicken breasts and place them on a serving plate.
39. - Spoon the broccoli with pesto around the chicken or serve as a side.
40. - Garnish with additional parmesan cheese if desired.
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49. - Adjust seasoning as needed according to your taste preferences.
50. - Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.

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