Chicken and Artichoke Pasta

Health score
24%
Chicken and Artichoke Pasta
30 min.
5
430kcal

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Looking for a delicious and versatile meal that can be served as a side dish, lunch, main course, or main dish? Look no further than this mouthwatering Chicken and Artichoke Pasta recipe! It's not only delectable but also easy to make, ready in just 30 minutes. Each serving contains 430 calories, making it a perfect option for those watching their waistline.

This recipe combines the savory flavors of chicken tenderloins with the earthy taste of artichoke hearts, all nestled in a bed of bow tie pasta. The dish is complemented by a rich tomato sauce, featuring diced tomatoes with roasted garlic, white wine (or chicken broth for a non-alcoholic option), and a medley of sautéed mushrooms and green onions. A hint of basil adds an aromatic touch, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese brings a delightful creaminess.

To make this dish, simply cook the pasta and chicken in a frying pan, then combine them with the remaining ingredients to create a sumptuous sauce. The secret to a perfect, silky sauce lies in the cornstarch and cold water mixture, which thickens the sauce to perfection. Serve the pasta with the chicken mixture and top with shaved Parmesan cheese for a truly indulgent experience.

With a balanced caloric breakdown of 31.29% protein, 24.64% fat, and 44.07% carbs, this Chicken and Artichoke Pasta is a crowd-pleaser that satisfies any palate. So why not give it a try and enjoy a flavorful, hearty meal that's sure to become a new family favorite?

Ingredients

  • 14 ounces artichoke hearts rinsed drained quartered canned
  • cups farfalle pasta uncooked
  • 14 ounces tomatoes diced with roasted garlic, undrained canned
  • tablespoons chicken broth 
  • pound chicken tenderloins cut into 1-inch pieces
  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  • tablespoon basil dried fresh thinly sliced
  • 0.5 pound mushrooms fresh sliced
  • 0.5 pound mushrooms fresh sliced
  • 0.5 cup spring onion chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 0.5 cup parmesan shaved
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons water cold

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink.
  2. Remove and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in remaining oil until tender; add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in the tomatoes, artichokes, salt and chicken. Cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until heated through.
  4. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in basil.
  5. Drain pasta; serve with chicken mixture and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories430kcal
Protein31.29%
Fat24.64%
Carbs44.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33
Glycemic Load
15.3
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
26.514347905698%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:430.45kcal
21.52%
Fat:11.73g
18.05%
Saturated Fat:3.14g
19.64%
Carbohydrates:47.22g
15.74%
Net Carbohydrates:42.2g
15.34%
Sugar:5.93g
6.59%
Cholesterol:64.98mg
21.66%
Sodium:820.48mg
35.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.53g
67.07%
Selenium:70.26µg
100.38%
Vitamin B3:14.25mg
71.25%
Vitamin B6:0.96mg
47.8%
Phosphorus:449.96mg
45%
Vitamin K:40.49µg
38.56%
Vitamin B2:0.58mg
34.25%
Manganese:0.66mg
32.87%
Vitamin B5:3.01mg
30.11%
Potassium:939.44mg
26.84%
Copper:0.54mg
26.82%
Fiber:5.03g
20.11%
Magnesium:78.12mg
19.53%
Calcium:185.91mg
18.59%
Iron:3.17mg
17.62%
Vitamin C:12.26mg
14.86%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.78%
Zinc:2.16mg
14.41%
Vitamin E:1.75mg
11.64%
Folate:43.62µg
10.91%
Vitamin A:303.96IU
6.08%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.65%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.15%