Chicken Pesto Pasta
Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM
A delicious and protein-packed pasta with pesto, chicken, and whole-grain ziti.
Chicken Pesto Pasta
Michael Matthews adapted by JojoMA delicious and protein-packed pasta with pesto, chicken, and whole-grain ziti.
Tools Used
Medium Pot
Medium Pan
Cooking Spray
Bowl
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Ingredients
Pasta and Chicken
Pesto Sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- 1
Bring a medium pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and reserve.
- 2
In a bowl, make pesto mixture: add basil, garlic, water, pine nuts, and olive oil; mix to combine.
Cooking
- 1
Coat a medium pan with cooking spray and warm over medium heat. Add chicken and cook about 7 minutes per side.
- 2
When chicken is almost cooked through, reduce the heat to low. Stir in salt, pepper, pesto, and cheese. Cook until chicken is no longer pink inside.
- 3
Add pasta into the pan, stir to combine, and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
