Method:
1 For the pesto, process basil, garlic, pine nuts and grated parmesan in a food processor until smooth, drizzle in olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
2 Combine 2 tbs of pesto and chicken in a bowl and toss to coat. Spoon the remaining pesto into a small dipping bowl.
3 Place milk in a large saucepan and bring to just below the boil, whisking continuously pour in polenta and whisk for 4 minutes or until thickened. Stir through parmesan and spinach, season with salt and pepper, adding more milk if needed.
4 Heat oil in frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning or until cooked through.
5 Spoon the polenta onto a plate, top with chicken and serve with remaining pesto.
Recipe Database
Pesto chicken with spinach, parmesan soft polenta Recipe
4/06/2008
Manu Feildel
This recipe is listed under:
Poultry/Game Recipes
Ingredients:
1 chicken breast, cut into strips
2 cups milk
20g butter
½ cup instant polenta
¼ cup coarsely grated parmesan
50g baby spinach leaves
Olive oil
Pesto
1 cup basil leaves
2 small garlic cloves
1 tbs pine nuts, toasted
50g parmesan, coarsely grated
½ cup olive oil
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