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Pesto Pasta with Chicken

Pesto Pasta with Chicken is a Dinner international recipe with 884 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

884 kcal

Total Time

40 min

Servings

1

Protein

46.3 g

Ingredients

  • Chicken Breast150 g
  • Olive Oil2 tablespoon (20 ml)
  • Parmesan Cheese2 tablespoon (10 g)
  • Garlic1/2 clove (2 g)
  • Pasta1/2 cup (80 g)
  • Spinach2 handful (40 g)
  • Basil10 count (5 g)
  • Walnuts6 half (24 g)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Place the pasta in a pot of boiling water and boil according to the time indicated on the package.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    In a pan, heat some oil and cook the chicken for 4 minutes on each side.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Wash the spinach leaves together with the basil leaves and chop the garlic.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Heat the remaining olive oil, stir-fry the garlic over low heat for a few seconds and add the spinach and basil leaves. Cook until reduced in volume. Remove.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    In the same pan, toast the walnuts for a couple of minutes.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Place the leaves, walnuts, cheese and the remaining oil in a blender cup and blitz.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Next, pour into a pot and bring to a boil.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Mix with the pasta.

  9. 9

    Step 9

    Serve with the grilled chicken.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

884

Protein

46.3g

Carbs

30.7g

Fat

41.8g

Fiber

3.7g

Micronutrients

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Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

MilkTree NutGluten

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Pesto Pasta with Chicken can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pesto Pasta with Chicken

How many calories are in Pesto Pasta with Chicken?

Pesto Pasta with Chicken has about 884 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Pesto Pasta with Chicken suitable for vegetarians?

No. Pesto Pasta with Chicken is not vegetarian as written because it includes Chicken Breast.

Is Pesto Pasta with Chicken gluten-free?

Pesto Pasta with Chicken is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes Pasta. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Pesto Pasta with Chicken?

Yes. This recipe includes Milk, Tree Nut, and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Pesto Pasta with Chicken ahead of time?

Pesto Pasta with Chicken can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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