Yield: serves 6
Chicken Pesto Pasta
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Whether you're looking for an easy weeknight meal or a dish to share at a potluck, this Chicken Pesto Pasta is your delicious answer! Packed with flavor from the homemade walnut pesto, you'll love how tasty this easy dish is to eat!
Ingredients
For the pesto:
- 2 cups fresh basil
- ½ cup Walnuts
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- ½ cup olive oil
For the pasta:
- ½ pound angel hair pasta, cooked
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 roma tomatoes, diced or sliced
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup Walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine basil, walnuts, garlic, salt and pepper. Process for several minutes until blended. Add in parmesan and olive oil and blend until desired consistency.
- Flatten chicken breasts to about ¼-inch thick and grill for several minutes on each side, until fully cooked (or cook them in a skillet on the stove top).
- To serve, toss hot, cooked pasta with pesto, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, chopped walnuts and cooked chicken! ENJOY!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 494Total Fat: 33gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 391mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 32g
*Nutrition facts are an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietitian for special diet advice.