Description
This Chestnut Garlic Greek Chicken Alfredo with Sage Potatoes & Mushroom Basil Pesto blends creamy Alfredo sauce, nutty roasted chestnuts, juicy seared chicken, crispy sage-roasted potatoes, and earthy mushroom basil pesto into one Mediterranean-inspired dinner that’s both comforting and elegant.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 cup roasted chestnuts, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves, chopped
1 pound baby potatoes, halved
1 cup mushrooms, sautéed
1 cup fresh basil leaves
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve potatoes and toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sage, salt, and pepper. Roast cut side down for 25-30 minutes until golden.
2. Pound chicken to even thickness. Season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
3. Lower skillet heat to medium. Add garlic and chestnuts, sauté until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, scraping browned bits. Simmer 5 minutes, then add Parmesan until smooth.
4. In a food processor, blend mushrooms, basil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
5. Slice chicken and add to Alfredo sauce. Serve with roasted potatoes and drizzle with pesto. Garnish with basil or parsley.
Notes
Pound chicken evenly for consistent cooking and a golden sear.
Add Parmesan off the heat to prevent clumping and ensure a smooth sauce.
For extra crispy potatoes, preheat the baking sheet before adding them.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop & Oven
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: chicken, Alfredo, chestnut, garlic, pesto, potatoes