ONE-POT PESTO CHICKEN PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY

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One-Pot Pesto Chicken Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken tenders, olive oil, garlic, low-sodium chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, whole wheat pasta, salt, red pepper flakes, baby spinach, garlic, fresh basil, salt, black pepper, walnuts, olive oil, fresh parmesan cheese

Provided by Melissa Boyajian

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic
16 fl oz low-sodium chicken broth
4 oz sun-dried tomatoes, drained
8 oz whole wheat pasta
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 oz baby spinach
1 clove garlic
4 oz fresh basil, roughly chopped
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons walnuts
3 oz olive oil
4 tablespoons fresh parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • For the pesto, add garlic, basil, salt, pepper, and walnuts into the bowl of a food processor.
  • Turn on the food processor and slowly add the olive oil in a steady stream and puree thoroughly.
  • Add the parmesan and pulse to incorporate. Set aside.
  • In a large pot, heat olive oil on medium-high heat. Season chicken and brown on both sides. Cook thoroughly for 8-10 minutes. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  • Sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Add the chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, pasta, salt, and red pepper flakes and mix until combined. Cover.
  • Bring liquid to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until pasta is al dente.
  • Add spinach and stir until wilted.
  • Add cooked chicken and pesto.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1129 calories, Carbohydrate 90 grams, Fat 63 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 50 grams, Sugar 17 grams

Tyrone Small
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This recipe is a must-try for pesto lovers. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked to perfection.


Bikesh kushwaha
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I'm always looking for new one-pot pasta recipes and this one is a keeper. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.


Lily
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. The pesto sauce is so flavorful and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Mr Dinesh
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. My family loves the creamy pesto sauce and the tender chicken.


Ayra Khan
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This one-pot pesto chicken pasta is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick, easy, and delicious.


Maria Clara
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of pesto and chicken.


Aashiq Shah Sayed
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like that it's a one-pot dish, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Nitish ramgoolam
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pasta was al dente. I would definitely make this again.


alin
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This dish is so flavorful and delicious. The pesto sauce is the perfect combination of basil, garlic, and pine nuts. I also love the addition of sun-dried tomatoes.


Patrina Flanagan
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. The pesto sauce is also very versatile. I've used it on chicken, fish, and vegetables.


Oscar Mani
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This one-pot pesto chicken pasta was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, the pasta was cooked perfectly, and the pesto sauce was flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this dish again.