Pasta with Tomato Pesto, Feta and Chicken

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Health score
26%
Pasta with Tomato Pesto, Feta and Chicken
25 min.
4
285kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of fresh ingredients with the convenience of a quick preparation? Look no further than our Pasta with Tomato Pesto, Feta, and Chicken! This popular recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for your taste buds, making it perfect for a side dish, lunch, or even a main course.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves four, all while keeping the calorie count at a reasonable 285 kcal per serving. The star of this dish is the tender orzo pasta, which pairs beautifully with the savory diced chicken breast and the creamy crumbled feta cheese. The addition of fresh basil and sun-dried tomato pesto elevates the flavor profile, creating a harmonious blend that is both refreshing and satisfying.

But it doesn't stop there! The vibrant tomato cups not only add a pop of color to your plate but also serve as a fun and healthy vessel for the delicious salad mixture. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a quiet meal at home, this dish is sure to impress. So grab your apron and get ready to indulge in a culinary experience that is as enjoyable to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • cup soup noodles (rice-shaped uncooked
  • oz chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped diced frozen thawed cooked
  • oz feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup pesto rosso 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • medium tomatoes 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook orzo as directed on package; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
  2. Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine chicken, cheese, basil, pesto and salt; stir gently to mix.
  3. Add cooked orzo to chicken mixture; toss gently to coat.
  4. Sprinkle with lemon juice.
  5. To make tomato cups, cut off stem end of tomato and scoop out pulp; discard. Spoon salad mixture into tomato cups. If desired, serve on lettuce-lined plates.

Nutrition Facts

Calories285kcal
Protein38.83%
Fat33.01%
Carbs28.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.25
Glycemic Load
6.07
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
17.094347668731%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.94mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.11kcal
14.26%
Fat:10.36g
15.94%
Saturated Fat:4.87g
30.41%
Carbohydrates:19.89g
6.63%
Net Carbohydrates:17.39g
6.32%
Sugar:5.07g
5.63%
Cholesterol:80.69mg
26.9%
Sodium:665.36mg
28.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.42g
54.84%
Vitamin B3:10.03mg
50.17%
Selenium:31.35µg
44.79%
Vitamin B6:0.63mg
31.42%
Phosphorus:300.28mg
30.03%
Vitamin A:1337.17IU
26.74%
Vitamin C:20.61mg
24.98%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.39%
Calcium:182.98mg
18.3%
Vitamin K:16.66µg
15.87%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.75%
Potassium:518.01mg
14.8%
Zinc:1.89mg
12.61%
Magnesium:46.78mg
11.69%
Vitamin B12:0.7µg
11.6%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.77%
Fiber:2.5g
9.99%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.98%
Iron:1.61mg
8.94%
Folate:35.29µg
8.82%
Copper:0.16mg
8.17%
Vitamin E:0.93mg
6.18%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.18%