That moment when Matt pretends to taste his food to see if it’s good when he already knows it’s gonna be 🔥🔥🔥 this looks delicious, thanks for giving me a new meal idea!

YUM! This is one of my favorite ways to use pesto. I grow lots of basil in the summer, and I make pesto to last me throughout the year. Vacuum sealed in the freezer that stuff will last indefinitely, so you can make it well in advance & just whip out a bag when you need it. Toasting the nuts isn't necessary, but it does add a nice layer of flavor. Pine nuts aren't cheap, and many people opt for walnuts instead, but I'm not a big fan of walnut flavor. I've found that Brazil nuts come pretty close to pine nuts for something like this at 1/4 the cost of pine nuts. I think they actually taste better. I crush or rough chop them, then toast them in a pan before assembling my pesto.

Thank you! Walnuts are cheap and too bitter, in my opinion. Pignoli nuts are the ORIGINAL, and Best 👌

I never thought I'd like Pesto until I tried it on a Panini and it was 😋 🥰. I already know this is gonna be true.

@Stefan Marchione Thank you 🤗 I appreciate your advice. I will definitely make my own.

Hi Natalie...from an "Italian" point of view...Pesto is one of those things that are BEST made fresh from scratch, using only the freshest ingredients. The jarred sauces taste too artificially strong and have an almost sour aroma. This recipe is perfect here. Also, add a few drops of lemon juice to keep the vibrant color, and preserve tight in a mason jar. Enjoy!

OMGOODNESS! This looks amazing!! On my grocery list for sure

OMG, this looks fabulous! It’s supposed to be cold and rainy tomorrow; guess what’s on the menu?😋🤤

What's up Matt? This looks really delicious.... just being pretty and colorful will entice me to try foods. Today... I've made White Chili ... so the extra chicken breast might turn into a nice pasta dish tomorrow!!! Thanks again!!!💞

I just made this. I used chicken, thigh, meat, and Roma tomatoes, because that’s what I had, and I did not use as much oil and my pesto a store-bought from Costco. It’s a very tasty dish. I’m enjoying it very much. Tastes like it came from a restaurant.

I’m making this tomorrow 😩🫶🏽

@kim davis Same here

Definitely making this tomorrow!!!! God, I love ALL these recipes!!!!!❤

I think I am too lol

I'm making this tonight...My stomach can't wait til tomorrow. 😩😋

let me know how it goes!

This looks absolutely divine, but it’s not low calorie 😂

Perfect timing. Was just coming to your page to see what meals to make my family for dinner next week ✨

This is getting made this weekend. Thanks for another great recipe.

I love your recipes keep em coming but I have a request. Can you do a fisherman's platter with Ab w/o the fries and onion rings though unless you want to? I would love to see what you would season & batter with

Thank you for sharing this recipe!and it looks delicious 😋!

Hey Matt, quick question: what’s the difference between a shallot vs. onion in terms of flavor? Please respond

@Mr. Cool OMG! Thank you for responding! I waited a month for someone to respond 👍🏾

A shallot has a less agressive flavour and more sweetness

Please understand that i have ordered close to 10 seasonings of yours! I put that $haT on everything! It is the perfect blend, it is amazing!!

This recipe is right on time! Looking good, looking good 😋 💖 I've been craving pasta, and this one I'd like to try soon. Thank you! ❤️☺️

That looks awesome. It’d be great if you’d incorporate a few vegan recipes as well. 😊

Hi I love ur channel, it’s easy to follow and I’ve made some of ur recipes and they came out so good, I have to change my diet is there an recipe for gumbo using smoked turkey

This looks absolutely delicious Matt , gotta put this in rotation 👍🏽. Love seeing your growth in these YT streets 🥰. Picked you up at 40K and now looka ya azz headed to 800K 😀. And from Twitter- the gloves add to the experience 😂

This meal not only looks amazing but it is simply delicious. I made it last night for dinner and my husband and I couldn’t stop eating, it’s that good. Thank you for the awesome recipe & Keep up the great work Mr. Make it Happen

I made this for dinner today and it was so delicious! Thank you so much for sharing recipe, it will definitely be in my rotation! Keep the great recipes coming! 😊

Looks delicious! Can I use a different type of nut other than the pine nuts? Your recipes are great! 😊

Pignoli are the classic, but pistachios are a fair substitute.

Looks delicious 😋

thank you!

You made it happen! Those pine nuts are expensive, I replace the pine nuts with walnuts most times. Not as good as pine nuts but a close substitute. JS

This came right on time! Shout to you, Matt! I hope all is well with you!

OMG looks great, but that must have been $20 worth of pine nuts. I often use slivered almonds in my pesto.

Bro… how do you always know what is in my fridge 😂 Thank you 🙏🏾

Could you please make a chipotle bowl ingredients -Chicken Al pastor -Fajitas -Brown rice -Queso -Pica -Green sauce/medium -Red sauce/ Hot (Light) -their corn -Sour cream -Shredded cheese( i think they use provolone -Guacamole (on the side And lettuce Maybe some steak but not theirs your own twist to the steak i don’t like chewy steak. Lol pleaseeeeee

Can you give a range on how long the chicken is in the oven? I'm very new to cooking 😂

My Man…you made this easy to understand! This is my pay week too I can go and buy the ingredients. Is there a company you recommend for the pine nuts?

Sometimes I sub walnuts because pine nuts are so expensive. It tastes delicious.

Honestly I don't think there is a huge difference in the quality pine nuts

Wow! I don't have to burn ... ummm toast the pine nuts! Going to try this...looks delicious!

@Stefan Marchione thank you!!

@Linda Stevenson Yes, it will give them a nice toasted flavor. Just keep moving the pan around, and taste to make sure they're not bitter or burnt. Good luck!

@Stefan Marchione thank you. I will try pan roasting.

Toasting does give the Pesto a richer flavor...try pan toasting (more controlled) rather than over toasting. Good luck!

I love this recipe... it can even be cooked on a date night on Valentine's Day

Serve alongside a nice salad, warm, crusty baguette, and a nice white wine. Maybe Panna Cotta for dessert? 😉🤤

Wow! Another great dish! Making this next weekend. Loooooking good Mr. Makeithappen 😁

Why did I go and buy the ingredients today. I cannot wait to try this!!

Pesto is also great with walnuts or pecans.. totally different flavor!!

If you have to resort to using pre-made pesto--I recommend Buitoni in the refrigerated section. It's the only one with all the traditional ingredients that belong in pesto. And, by the way, I take issue with the statement "lower calorie" for this recipe. I don't think it is.

Pine nuts huh? Bro you really take it to another level!! Then when I make it and take credit for it folks be like “E you’re a genius!” 😂😂😂😂😂😂 looks great!

Pignoli (or pine) nuts are the original Italian way of making authentic Pesto. Can be hard to find, try Whole Foods, or a specialty shop that carries fruits, nuts, seeds, etc.

lol good stuff!

Can you please make a Seafood Newburg!?!?!?

Thank you for doing the Lord’s work 😭

Im making this tonight but with angel hair pasta. My husband been bugging me to make a pesto dish.

yum!

How do you get your basil so dry after washing it?

Paper towel

I want to be made this, looks so good

If I buy the pesto how much would I need?

Good evening Chef ,I love your dish ,Im pasta lover ,thanks for amazing incredible plate =)

Why avocado oil and not olive oil for the chicken??

Looooove pesto!! I saw the notification at work, been thinking about pesto every since!!😋

Perfectly made😋

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Looks great!

thank you!

Looks delicious

Nice job chef, excellent flavor!!

Beautiful dish and excellent presentation. Looks like a must try. Thanks so much

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@Mr. Make It Happen Thanks!! ❤️

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It looks amazing.

Thank you!

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Delicious 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

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Well said

Thank You ❤️

Sensational!!!!! 😊🍝🥘

Thank you!

What's your go to good quality olive oil brand??

Flames! I made it with shrimp to be even quicker recipe!

I don't like cherry tomatoes so I will put red peppers in it.

Can't wait to try this one.

enjoy! let me know how it goes

Looks delicious 😋! All of my favorite ingredients! Thanks!

Yummy Yummy 🥳🥳🥳

And another one!!! Will be cooking this Sunday😍

I love pesto!

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Looks amazing!! Thanks for sharing!

Yummy ❤❤❤

What's up family love this recipe

thank you

I’m doing the chicken right now and it is taking foreverrrr to get to 165 😭

Good afternoon chef happy thirsty Thursday food looks amazing 😍😍

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How long will it last in the frig

What kind of pot is that?

Another delicious recipie!!

Chief, I'm gaining pile it ooon

Pesto is very high in calories

How do you do it? Who can take one bite and walk away? For the love of God please take two bites. 😂😂😂

@Mr. Make It Happen because why the hell not! 🥴

LOL good question

Next stop..... grocery store!!!

Okay going to try that for sure

❤wow! That looks gooooooodt!😂

No Body better call ya nothing! Your the Best! Good Recipe.

Look good 😋🔥👍💯

Finally!!!

Low calorie?

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Me too!

Yum!

Who’s inviting me??

Thanks!

Bad words! Jk 😜

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thank you!

What happened to the intro

getting right into the food.. testing it out

Pretty