Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Lemon Pesto Chicken=Disappointment

I found this recipe on the back of a Knorr sauce packet (Creamy Pesto Sauce).  It seemed easy enough to dress up, which I am glad I did since the end result was lacking flavor.  Needless to say, we were both disappointed.  They can't all be winners...



2 tbsp EVOO
1 1/2 tbsp flour
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
2 tsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 to 1 3/4 c milk
1 package Knorr Creamy Pesto sauce mix
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese
1/2 c steamed broccoli
black pepper, salt
8 oz pasta, cooked and drained (I used Ronzoni Garden Delight)

Heat EVOO in a large skillet over medium high heat.  In sealable bag, combine flour and garlic salt.  Toss chicken in mixture to coat.  Shake off excess and place in heated pan.  Brown chicken, stirring occassionally.  Stir in lemon juice and garlic.  Cook 1 minute.  Stir in contents of packet and 1 1/2 c milk.  Bring to a boil.  Stir in cheese.  Reduce heat and simmer.  Stir in broccoli, cook till heated through about 3 minutes.  Toss with pasta.  Add additional 1/4 c milk if needed to make sauce less thick.

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