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pesto chicken pasta

Pesto Chicken Pasta: 5 Reasons You’ll Love This Flavor Bomb


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful dish combining chicken, pasta, and pesto sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of pasta
  • 1 cup of cooked chicken, diced
  • 1/2 cup of pesto sauce
  • 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add diced chicken and sauté until warmed through.
  4. Stir in pesto sauce and mix well.
  5. Add cooked pasta to the pan.
  6. Toss to combine and heat through.
  7. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
  • Adjust the amount of pesto based on your taste preference.
  • This dish can be served warm or cold as a pasta salad.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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