Minari Pesto Chicken Gemelli (미나리 페스토 치킨 제멜리)
This gemelli pairs juicy chicken with a nutty minari pesto, giving a fresh herbal lift and a clean savory finish.
Instructions
- 1
Trim tough minari stems, wash thoroughly, and dry completely.
- 2
Blend minari, walnuts, garlic, parmesan, lemon juice, and 4 tbsp olive oil into pesto.
- 3
Cut chicken thigh into bite-size pieces, season with salt and pepper, and pan-sear until golden.
- 4
Boil gemelli in salted water to al dente and reserve 120 ml pasta water.
- 5
Combine chicken, pasta, and pesto in a pan, adding pasta water gradually and tossing for 2 minutes.
- 6
Finish with 1 tbsp olive oil for aroma and serve immediately.
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