Saudi-Style Stir-Fried Pesto Chicken
A flavorful and aromatic dish from Saudi cuisine, featuring chicken cooked in a mix of pesto, olive oil, and spices.
Ingredients
- ●500g chicken breastboneless and skinless
- ●2 tbsp pestohomemade or store-bought
- ●2 tbsp olive oilfor cooking
- ●1 tsp saudiground spices mix
- ●1 medium chopped onionfor garnish
- ●2 tbsp chopped parsleyfor garnish
- ●to taste saltfor seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken breast and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-6 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- 5
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 6
Add the pesto and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
- 7
Return the chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
- 8
Season with salt and Saudi ground spices mix to taste.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
- 10
Serve with steamed rice or as a main dish.
- 11
Enjoy your delicious Saudi-style stir-fried pesto chicken!