Pesto Chicken and Pasta

Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Pesto Chicken and Pasta
20 min.
4
506kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that’s both satisfying and dairy-free? Look no further than this Pesto Chicken and Pasta recipe! In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a flavorful dish that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or even as a side for your next gathering. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.

The star of this recipe is the combination of tender rotisserie chicken and aromatic basil pesto, which come together beautifully with the bow-tie pasta. The addition of roasted red bell peppers adds a delightful sweetness and a pop of color, making each bite a feast for the senses. Plus, if you’re a fan of olives, feel free to sprinkle some on top for an extra layer of flavor!

This Pesto Chicken and Pasta is not only quick to prepare but also packed with protein, making it a nutritious choice for any meal. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or looking for a last-minute dinner solution, this recipe is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Dive into this deliciously easy dish and savor the taste of homemade goodness!

Ingredients

  • oz farfalle pasta uncooked (farfalle)
  • cups rotisserie chicken cut cubed (from 2- to 2 1/2-lb chicken)
  • 0.5 cup basil pesto 
  • 0.5 cup roasted peppers red drained coarsely chopped (from 7-oz jar)
  • serving olives ripe sliced

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 3-quart saucepan, cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Return to saucepan.
  2. Stir chicken, pesto and bell peppers into pasta.
  3. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until hot.
  4. Garnish with olives.

Nutrition Facts

Calories506kcal
Protein31.62%
Fat40.44%
Carbs27.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.5
Glycemic Load
12.76
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.7186955777199%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:505.8kcal
25.29%
Fat:22.59g
34.76%
Saturated Fat:4.78g
29.86%
Carbohydrates:35.13g
11.71%
Net Carbohydrates:32.9g
11.96%
Sugar:2.17g
2.42%
Cholesterol:116.04mg
38.68%
Sodium:1020.46mg
44.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.76g
79.51%
Selenium:26.97µg
38.53%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.9%
Vitamin A:735.61IU
14.71%
Vitamin C:8.14mg
9.86%
Fiber:2.23g
8.93%
Phosphorus:84.07mg
8.41%
Copper:0.15mg
7.58%
Calcium:68.62mg
6.86%
Magnesium:25.01mg
6.25%
Iron:0.9mg
4.98%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.65%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.22%
Vitamin B3:0.83mg
4.16%
Potassium:122.48mg
3.5%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.91%
Folate:10.6µg
2.65%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.91%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.83%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.58%