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Bottled pesto pasta

9 steps
Prep:20minCook:25min
Updated at: Sat, 02 Sep 2023 13:29:15 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great
Glycemic Index
49
Low
Glycemic Load
29
High

Nutrition per serving

Calories721.8 kcal (36%)
Total Fat34.2 g (49%)
Carbs57.5 g (22%)
Sugars2.4 g (3%)
Protein43.5 g (87%)
Sodium436.3 mg (22%)
Fiber3.4 g (12%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1
Season the chicken breasts or tenders with about 1/2 teaspoon of salt and a pinch of pepper on both sides.
Step 2
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Step 3
While the chicken is resting, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, warm the store-bought pesto sauce over low heat. You can add a splash of olive oil to loosen it up if needed.
Step 5
Once the pesto is warmed, add a handful (about 2 cups) of fresh spinach leaves to the skillet. Toss them with the pesto sauce until they begin to wilt.
Once the pesto is warmed, add a handful (about 2 cups) of fresh spinach leaves to the skillet. Toss them with the pesto sauce until they begin to wilt.
Step 6
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta, along with the wilted spinach, with the pesto sauce.
Step 7
Slice the cooked chicken and arrange it on top of the pesto pasta.
Step 8
If desired, you can also add about 1/2 cup of halved cherry tomatoes to the pasta and cook for a minute or two until they soften slightly.
If desired, you can also add about 1/2 cup of halved cherry tomatoes to the pasta and cook for a minute or two until they soften slightly.
Step 9
Serve the pesto pasta with chicken and spinach in bowls, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
Serve the pesto pasta with chicken and spinach in bowls, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

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