eCook Meal
Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans
with gem squash halves
This succulent chicken dish is packed with vibrant basil pesto flavour and creamy butter beans – guaranteed to make your taste buds happy! The protein is sided with soft gem squash for added nutrients & finished off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
GEM SQUASH MASH
Place the gem squash in a pot, fully submerge in water, and place over high heat. Once boiling, cook for 20-25 minutes until easily pierced with a knife. Remove from the pot and cut in half. Scoop out the seeds and discard. Return to the pot, cover to keep warm, and set aside for serving.
GOLDEN Chicken
Place a non-stick pan (with a lid) over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken leg quarter dry with paper towel and season. When the pan is hot, add the chicken and fry for 5-6 minutes per side until browned but not cooked through.
FRYING FRENZY
Keeping the pan on the heat and the Chicken in the pan, drain any excess oil from the pan. Add the diced onion and fry for 3-4 minutes until soft, shifting occasionally. Add the grated garlic and the rub. Fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, shifting constantly. Add the wine and leave to simmer until almost evaporated. Add the drained butter beans and 80ml of water. Cover with the lid and leave to simmer for 8-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
THE BESTO PESTO
When the sauce and Chicken has 4-5 minutes remaining, add the shredded spinach. On completion, season with a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper. In a small bowl, loosen the pesto with oil in 5ml increments until drizzling consistency.
TIME TO EAT
Pop in a knob of butter or drizzle of oil into each gem squash half. Side with the Chicken & beans doused with the sauce. Drizzle over the loosened pesto and sprinkle over the chopped parsley. Serve with a lemon wedge. Look at you, Chef!
GEM SQUASH MASH
Place the gem squash in a pot, fully submerge in water, and place over high heat. Once boiling, cook for 20-25 minutes until easily pierced with a knife. Remove from the pot and cut in half. Scoop out the seeds and discard. Return to the pot, cover to keep warm, and set aside for serving.
GOLDEN Chicken
Place a non-stick pan (with a lid) over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken leg quarters dry with paper towel and season. When the pan is hot, add the chicken and fry for 5-6 minutes per side until browned but not cooked through.
FRYING FRENZY
Keeping the pan on the heat and the Chicken in the pan, drain any excess oil from the pan. Add the diced onion and fry for 3-4 minutes until soft, shifting occasionally. Add the grated garlic and the rub. Fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, shifting constantly. Add the wine and leave to simmer until almost evaporated. Add the drained butter beans and 150ml of water. Cover with the lid and leave to simmer for 8-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
THE BESTO PESTO
When the sauce and Chicken has 4-5 minutes remaining, add the shredded spinach. On completion, season with a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper. In a small bowl, loosen the pesto with oil in 5ml increments until drizzling consistency.
TIME TO EAT
Pop in a knob of butter or drizzle of oil into each gem squash half. Side with the Chicken & beans doused with the sauce. Drizzle over the loosened pesto and sprinkle over the chopped parsley. Serve with a lemon wedge. Look at you, Chef!
GEM SQUASH MASH
Place the gem squash in a pot, fully submerge in water, and place over high heat. Once boiling, cook for 25-30 minutes until easily pierced with a knife. Remove from the pot and cut in half. Scoop out the seeds and discard. Return to the pot, cover to keep warm, and set aside for serving.
GOLDEN Chicken
Place a non-stick pan (with a lid) over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken leg quarters dry with paper towel and season. When the pan is hot, add the chicken and fry for 5-6 minutes per side until browned but not cooked through.
FRYING FRENZY
Keeping the pan on the heat and the Chicken in the pan, drain any excess oil from the pan. Add the diced onion and fry for 4-5 minutes until soft, shifting occasionally. Add the grated garlic and the rub. Fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, shifting constantly. Add the wine and leave to simmer until almost evaporated. Add the drained butter beans and 200ml of water. Cover with the lid and leave to simmer for 12-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
THE BESTO PESTO
When the sauce and Chicken has 5-6 minutes remaining, add the shredded spinach. On completion, season with a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper. In a small bowl, loosen the pesto with oil in 5ml increments until drizzling consistency.
TIME TO EAT
Pop in a knob of butter or drizzle of oil into each gem squash half. Side with the Chicken & beans doused with the sauce. Drizzle over the loosened pesto and sprinkle over the chopped parsley. Serve with a lemon wedge. Look at you, Chef!
GEM SQUASH MASH
Place the gem squash in a pot, fully submerge in water, and place over high heat. Once boiling, cook for 25-30 minutes until easily pierced with a knife. Remove from the pot and cut in half. Scoop out the seeds and discard. Return to the pot, cover to keep warm, and set aside for serving.
GOLDEN Chicken
Place a non-stick pan (with a lid) over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken leg quarters dry with paper towel and season. When the pan is hot, add the chicken and fry for 5-6 minutes per side until browned but not cooked through.
FRYING FRENZY
Keeping the pan on the heat and the Chicken in the pan, drain any excess oil from the pan. Add the diced onion and fry for 4-5 minutes until soft, shifting occasionally. Add the grated garlic and the rub. Fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, shifting constantly. Add the wine and leave to simmer until almost evaporated. Add the drained butter beans and 300ml of water. Cover with the lid and leave to simmer for 12-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
THE BESTO PESTO
When the sauce and Chicken has 5-6 minutes remaining, add the shredded spinach. On completion, season with a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper. In a small bowl, loosen the pesto with oil in 5ml increments until drizzling consistency.
TIME TO EAT
Pop in a knob of butter or drizzle of oil into each gem squash half. Side with the Chicken & beans doused with the sauce. Drizzle over the loosened pesto and sprinkle over the chopped parsley. Serve with a lemon wedge. Look at you, Chef!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R287.06
for 4 servings · R71.77 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Free-range Chicken Leg Quarters needs 4Free Range Tandoori Masala Style Chicken Leg Quarter Avg 1.2 kg R149.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R149.99
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Gem Squash needs 4Gem Squash 1 kg R32.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R32.99
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Lemons needs 2Lemon 3 in 1 Thin Bleach 750 ml R19.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R19.99
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Spinach needs 200 gWhole Spinach 350 g 350 g at R19.99 · 57% of packR11.42
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Butter Beans needs 240 gButter Beans in Brine 400 g 400 g at R28.99 · 60% of packR17.39
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White Wine needs 100 mlWhite Wine Vinegar 250 ml 250 ml at R44.99 · 40% of packR18.00
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Onions needs 2Cheese and Onion Rings and Balls Maize Snack 25 g R6.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R6.99
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Garlic Cloves needs 4Baby Potatoes with Garlic & Herb Butter 350 g R22.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R22.99
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Fresh Parsley needs 15 gGarlic and Parsley Bruschetta 150 g 150 g at R56.99 · 10% of packR5.70
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Pesto Princess Basil & Lemon Pesto needs 60 mlLemon 3 in 1 Thin Bleach 750 ml 750 ml at R19.99 · 8% of packR1.60
Not in the Woolies basket — source these elsewhere:
- NOMU Provençal Rub
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans?
The preparation time for Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans with gem squash halves is between 20 and 35 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans with gem squash halves?
The total time required to make Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans with gem squash halves is between 40 and 55 minutes.
How many servings does Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans?
Butter Beans, Chicken, Free-Range Chicken Leg Quarter, Garlic, Gem Squash, Lemon, NOMU Provençal Rub, Onion, Parsley, Pesto Princess Basil & Lemon Pesto, Spinach, White Wine
What is the nutritional information of Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans?
Calories: 716, Carbs: 31 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 64.1 grams, Sugar: 9.5 grams, Salt: 1202 grams
How do I prepare Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans?
FRYING FRENZY: Keeping the pan on the heat and the chicken in the pan, drain any excess oil from the pan. Add the diced onion and fry for 3-4 minutes until soft, shifting occasionally. Add the grated garlic and the rub. Fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, shifting constantly. Add the wine and leave to simmer until almost evaporated. Add the drained butter beans and 150ml of water. Cover with the lid and leave to simmer for 8-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened. GEM SQUASH MASH: Place the gem squash in a pot, fully submerge in water, and place over high heat. Once boiling, cook for 20-25 minutes until easily pierced with a knife. Remove from the pot and cut in half. Scoop out the seeds and discard. Return to the pot, cover to keep warm, and set aside for serving. TIME TO EAT: Pop in a knob of butter or drizzle of oil into each gem squash half. Side with the chicken & beans doused with the sauce. Drizzle over the loosened pesto and sprinkle over the chopped parsley. Serve with a lemon wedge. Look at you, Chef! THE BESTO PESTO: When the sauce and chicken has 4-5 minutes remaining, add the shredded spinach. On completion, season with a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper. In a small bowl, loosen the pesto with oil in 5ml increments until drizzling consistency. GOLDEN CHICKEN: Place a non-stick pan (with a lid) over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the chicken leg quarters dry with paper towel and season. When the pan is hot, add the chicken and fry for 5-6 minutes per side until browned but not cooked through.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans?
Butter Beans, Chicken, Free-Range Chicken Leg Quarter, Garlic, Gem Squash, Lemon, NOMU Provençal Rub, Onion, Parsley, Pesto Princess Basil & Lemon Pesto, Spinach, White Wine
How many calories does Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans have?
716 calories
How much fat content does Pesto Chicken & Butter Beans have?
grams