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Pesto Pasta with Chicken

A delicious and easy-to-make pesto pasta with chicken, 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

  • 400 g Pasta
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast, diced
  • 1 cup Pesto Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • to taste Salt and Pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until heated through.
  3. 3. Add the cooked pasta, pesto sauce, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Toss to combine.
  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: 75mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Chicken, Pasta, Pesto
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