Pasta with Chicken and Pesto

Pasta with Chicken and Pesto is a vibrant dish that combines tender chicken breast with al dente pasta, all enveloped in a rich and herbaceous pesto sauce. This delightful meal is not only filling but also brings a burst of fresh flavors to your dinner table.

Ingredients

• Pasta (fusilli or penne) - 150 grams
• Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
• Fresh basil pesto - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
4. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta and basil pesto to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in the pesto.
6. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and pesto, which can promote heart health.

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