Description

This Chestnut Garlic Greek Chicken Alfredo with Sage Potatoes & Mushroom Basil Pesto is a cozy, gourmet pasta dish full of creamy Alfredo, roasted chestnuts, herby pesto, and crispy sage potatoes. A comforting Mediterranean chicken recipe perfect for weeknights or entertaining.

Ingredients

500g boneless skinless chicken thighs

1 cup roasted and peeled chestnuts

4 cloves garlic

1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

300g fettuccine or linguine pasta

500g baby Yukon gold potatoes

10 fresh sage leaves

3 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 cup cremini or button mushrooms

1 cup fresh basil

1/4 cup pine nuts

2 tablespoons lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Set aside.

2. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic. Add chestnuts and mash lightly. Pour in heavy cream and Greek yogurt, then stir in Parmesan and whisk until creamy. Simmer gently.

3. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Drain and toss pasta into the Alfredo sauce, adjusting with pasta water as needed.

4. Toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, chopped sage, salt, and pepper. Roast at 425°F for 25 minutes until crisp.

5. Sauté mushrooms, then blend with basil, pine nuts, lemon juice, and olive oil to make pesto. Season to taste.

6. Slice the chicken. Plate pasta, top with chicken, a spoonful of pesto, and serve with roasted potatoes. Garnish with lemon zest or Parmesan if desired.

Notes

This recipe makes 4 hearty servings.

For a vegetarian option, swap chicken with grilled halloumi or roasted chickpeas.

Store leftovers separately to maintain texture and flavor.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stove + Oven
Cuisine: Greek-Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 670
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 105mg