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Pesto Chicken Pasta Recipe

A simple and delicious pesto chicken pasta recipe that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 600 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Pasta uncooked
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 pound Chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup Pesto sauce
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
  3. 3. Add the cooked pasta and pesto sauce to the skillet. Stir well to combine and heat through, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. 4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Chicken, Pasta, Pesto
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