Pea Pods and Fettucine


Adapted from recipe in the Joy of Gardening Cookbook

  • 10 oz. boneless chicken breast
  • 1/2 lb. fettucine noodles
  • 3 tablespoons pesto
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/2 cup sliced red bell pepper
  • 2 cups sliced sugar snap pea pods
  • grated parmesan cheese to taste


Boil chicken 20 minutes. Drain, let cool. Shred chicken.

Boil fettucine until al dente (about 15 minutes, check directions on package). Drain.

Whisk together pesto, lemon juice, and basil in a small bowl.

Heat olive oil in sauté pan. Add green onions and bell pepper. Sauté 3 minutes. Add pea pods, sauté until peas turn bright green, about 1 minute. Add chicken and sauté until chicken is hot.

Toss fettucine, vegetables, chicken, and dressing. Serve with grated parmesan cheese on the side.

Makes 4 servings
340 calories per serving

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