Colorful Chicken Pesto with Asparagus, Sun-dried Tomatoes, and Peppers

Enjoy a burst of flavors with this Colorful Chicken Pesto dish. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a homemade basil pesto and then cooked with vibrant asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes, and peppers. This dish is not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious. The combination of the fresh basil pesto, tender chicken, and vibrant vegetables creates a satisfying and wholesome meal that is perfect for any occasion. Plus, it's quick to make and can be on your table in just under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup pine nuts
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

Directions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Set aside.
2. In a food processor, combine the basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Process until smooth to make the basil pesto.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes, and bell peppers. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Pour the basil pesto over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything in the pesto.
6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken and vegetables are heated through and the flavors have melded together.
7. Serve the colorful chicken pesto with asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes, and peppers hot and enjoy!

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