Chicken Pesto Pasta with Broccoli Recipe
Explore our tasty Chicken Pesto Pasta recipe. It's a mix of yummy pesto, bowtie pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh broccoli, and lots of parmesan cheese, all ready in just 30 minutes for a delightful dinner.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, bite-sized pieces
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 12 oz. bow tie pasta farfalle pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets bite-sized
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup basil pesto you can use any, but the pesto found in the refrigerated section is fresher, just make sure the date is good
- 1/3 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of water and cook pasta according to package instructions. Add the broccoli into the pasta pot for 1 minute before turning off the heat.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken to the pan with salt and pepper to taste. Let the chicken cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it is lightly browned.
- Next, add the tomatoes, garlic, and Italian seasoning to the chicken pan. Then, cook for 2-3 minutes until the chicken has an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (about 73.9 degrees Celsius).
- Drain the pasta and broccoli and return them to the pot.
- Add the chicken and tomatoes to the pot.
- Add the pesto and parmesan cheese and combine. Garnish with parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
Storage Info:
For storage, keep your chicken pesto pasta with broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It's safe to store for up to 3 days. For reheating, transfer the portion you want to enjoy to a microwave-safe container and heat it in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until it's heated to your liking. This method will help maintain the dish's flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 150kcal | Protein: 25g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 56mg | Potassium: 424mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg
