Best Cilantro Pesto Chicken Tenders Recipes

FABULOUS CILANTRO PESTO

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This is a delicious version of the classic with a little more zip! You can substitute the vinegar with lime juice, lemon juice or Italian salad dressing.

Provided by Gena Urias

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
1 bunch fresh cilantro
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup walnuts or pecans
salt to taste
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and return water to a boil. Cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain well.
In an electric food processor or blender, blend cilantro, garlic, vinegar, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, nuts, and salt. Add 1/4 cup of the olive oil, and blend the pesto. Add more olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
Pour pesto in a small saucepan and warm over low heat, stirring constantly, until pesto begins to simmer. Pour over cooked pasta and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 54.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

PAN-SEARED CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO PESTO

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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons garlic-flavored or regular olive oil, divided
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, plus 1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
3 cloves garlic, peeled

Steps:

Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in the hot pan and cook until golden brown and just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
Meanwhile, place the pine nuts in a small dry skillet and set over medium heat. Toast the nuts until golden brown, about 3 minutes, shaking the pan frequently to prevent burning. Transfer the pine nuts to a blender or food processor and add cilantro, sour cream, the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, the garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Process until smooth, adding water, as necessary, to create a thick paste. Serve the chicken with the pesto spooned over the top.

BAKED PESTO CHICKEN TENDERS

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Using only four ingredients and a few minutes of your time, these homemade chicken tenders are perfect for those busy weeknights. Basil, along with other ingredients in pesto, has many health benefits, and these are baked instead of fried, making them an overall healthier choice.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted Breasts

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

3 tablespoons pesto
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 pound chicken breast tenderloins
1 cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Whisk pesto and mayonnaise together in a bowl. Dredge both sides of each chicken tender in the pesto mixture and coat with bread crumbs. Arrange tenders on a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn chicken pieces and continue baking until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 74.2 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 300.9 mg

CILANTRO PESTO CHICKEN TENDERS

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Very good marinade for chicken! The chicken itself comes out very moist and full of flavor. Definitely one to try. Taken from Weber's Real Grilling.

Provided by tinebean21

Categories Chicken

Time 2h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken breast tenders
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped walnuts
2 medium garlic cloves
1 1/2 cups loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves, and tender stems
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh Italian parsley, and tender stems
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

In a food processor, finely chop the walnuts and garlic.
Add cilantro, parsley, salt and pepper and process until finely chopped.
With processor running, slowly add the oil to create a smoothe puree.
Place chicken in large, resealable bag plastic bag, add the marinade and seal tightly.
Make sure marinade is evenly distributed on all the chicken tenders.
Refrigerate for 2 hours.
Remove chicken from bag and thread on skewers.
Grill over direct high heat for about 6 to 8 mins, turning over once.
Serve warm with lime wedges.