Maggiano's Linguine Pesto

As most of you know, when I taste something and like it, I will do my best to try and find a recipe to make it at home. This recipe happens to be one of those yummy dishes I love at our favorite italian place, Maggiano's in Denver. Whenever we happen to have time to go there, this is the dish I always order. This recipe tastes just like the resturant, but cheaper! Give it a try, if you like pesto, you will love this dish!

Maggiano’s Linguine Pesto
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. basil/parsley
16 oz. linguini pasta
1 tsp. fresh lemon
2 tbsp whole butter
1/4 cup pesto (or more if you please) I use the fresh pesto from Sam's Club.
2 boneless white chicken breast
1 tsp. rosemary, thyme, sage
1 tsp. olive oil

Toss chicken, oil, and herbs. Place on a a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add 1/2 cup water to pan and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from oven and let cool. Pull it into small strips.
Bring chicken stock, parmesan cheese and basil/parsley to a simmer,add lemon juice, butter and pesto. Toss all ingredients (including pasta) into serving bowl and top with toasted pine nuts.

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