Fresh Fettuccine With Pulled Rotisserie Chicken, Pesto, and Roas

Chef Christine's Note:

What better to cook than something so fast and packed with flavor? I got this recipe from Sara Moulton's show. Instead of pulled rotisserie I just fried chicken breast with adobo. I also omitted the olives since they're not my taste. I almost went into a panic when I thought I lost the recipe. That's how much I love it!

• Total Time: 18 mins
• Prep Time: 8 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2⁄3; cup basil pesto
• 1 (9 ounce) package fettuccine pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves , minced
• 4 cups pulled cooked chicken meat
• 2 cups sliced roasted sweet peppers
• ½ cup pitted olive , halved lengthwise
• salt and pepper
• ¼ cup parmesan cheese , plus more for the table

Directions:

1. Put the pesto in a large bowl.
2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
3. Drain the pasta and reserve 1/3 cup of the pasta water.
4. Whisk the pasta water into the pesto.
5. While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Add the garlic and cook, stiffing until soft and fragrant, about 30 seconds.
7. Add the chicken, peppers, and olives and cook, stirring until hot, about 3 minutes.
8. Season with salt and pepper.
9. Add the pasta and cheese to the pesto and toss and combine.
10. Add the chicken mixture and combine.
11. Divide the pasta among 4 bowls and serve immediately.
12. Pass parmesan at the table.

Reviews

[Evac]

Great recipe!! I used jarred pesto, rotisserie chicken and jarred roasted peppers all from Costco. Easy to make and my kids loved the meal also. tip: if using jarred roasted peppers, make sure they are well drained and then pat dry with paper towels. It saves time for those busy families on the go!

[cecilpmiller_12138546]

I used whole wheat linguine to pump up the health aspect, What a tasty and easy recipe!