Pesto Chicken Pasta
A comforting bowl of pasta featuring tender chicken and vibrant pesto that comes together in no time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cherry tomatoes for garnish (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the cooked pasta and shredded chicken in a large bowl.
- Add the pesto sauce and stir until well combined.
- Sprinkle the dish with grated Parmesan cheese and mix again.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve garnished with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Feel free to add sautéed veggies or swap chicken for shrimp or chickpeas for a different protein boost. It pairs well with a light salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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