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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.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

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

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  1. 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.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  3. 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.
  4. 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).
  5. Drain the pasta and broccoli and return them to the pot.
  6. Add the chicken and tomatoes to the pot.
  7. Add the pesto and parmesan cheese and combine. Garnish with parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve and enjoy!

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 Information

Serving 1serving Calories 150kcal (8%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 71mg (24%) Sodium 56mg (2%) Potassium 424mg (12%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 150

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 150kcal 8%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 71mg 24%
Sodium 56mg 2%
Potassium 424mg 9%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.