Pesto Noodles with Crispy Lemon Chicken

Name: Pesto Noodles with Crispy Lemon Chicken
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 1 piece Chicken breast cut into pieces; 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs; 0.25 cup Parmesan grated; 1 lemon Lemon zest; 1 tbsp Olive oil; 0.5 lemon Lemon juice; 1 tsp Honey; 4 oz Noodles such as udon or pasta of your choice; 3 tbsp Pesto homemade or store-bought; 6 oz Tomatoes sautéed, optional

A refreshing summer dinner combining pesto-coated noodles and crispy lemon-flavored chicken, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

By @thedailykale

Original recipe source

Cook time: 20 minutes

Servings: 2

Ingredients

1 piece Chicken breast cut into pieces
0.25 cup Breadcrumbs
0.25 cup Parmesan grated
1 lemon Lemon zest
1 tbsp Olive oil
0.5 lemon Lemon juice
1 tsp Honey
4 oz Noodles such as udon or pasta of your choice
3 tbsp Pesto homemade or store-bought
6 oz Tomatoes sautéed, optional

Instructions

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
Toss chicken pieces with a bit of oil, then add breadcrumbs, parmesan, and lemon zest. If it's not fully sticking, add more oil.
Air fry the chicken at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.
Toss the cooked chicken with lemon juice and honey.
Cook noodles or pasta according to package instructions.
Toss cooked noodles with pesto and top with crispy lemon chicken. Serve with sautéed tomatoes if desired.