Pesto Ravioli with Chicken

Health score
21%
Pesto Ravioli with Chicken
30 min.
4
481kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Pesto Ravioli with Chicken, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a leisurely weekend lunch. Imagine tender chicken breast tenders sautéed to golden perfection, combined with pillowy cheese-filled ravioli that soak up the rich essence of chicken broth.

The vibrant colors of fresh zucchini and red bell pepper not only add a pop of visual appeal but also contribute essential nutrients, making this dish a wholesome choice for the whole family. The star of the show, basil pesto, brings a burst of aromatic freshness that elevates the entire meal, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

With a caloric breakdown that includes a satisfying amount of protein, healthy fats, and just the right amount of carbs, this dish is not only delicious but also balanced. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, Pesto Ravioli with Chicken is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a meal that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • pound chicken breast (not breaded)
  • 0.8 cup chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • oz cheese ravioli refrigerated
  • small zucchini cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • large bell pepper red thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup basil pesto 
  • serving parmesan cheese freshly grated

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil about 4 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown.
  2. Remove chicken from skillet.
  3. Add broth and ravioli to skillet.
  4. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 4 minutes or until ravioli are tender.
  5. Stir zucchini, bell pepper and chicken into ravioli. Cook over medium-high heat about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender and chicken is no longer pink in center. Toss with pesto.
  6. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories481kcal
Protein31.95%
Fat39.67%
Carbs28.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.5
Glycemic Load
10.34
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.697391478912%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.68mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:481.48kcal
24.07%
Fat:21.05g
32.39%
Saturated Fat:5.74g
35.87%
Carbohydrates:33.89g
11.3%
Net Carbohydrates:30.08g
10.94%
Sugar:5.9g
6.56%
Cholesterol:115.67mg
38.56%
Sodium:973.47mg
42.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.15g
76.31%
Vitamin C:69.68mg
84.46%
Vitamin B3:12.73mg
63.65%
Selenium:39.31µg
56.15%
Vitamin B6:1.12mg
55.95%
Iron:7.74mg
42.99%
Vitamin A:1872.97IU
37.46%
Phosphorus:331.74mg
33.17%
Potassium:758.8mg
21.68%
Vitamin B5:1.95mg
19.55%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.67%
Fiber:3.82g
15.27%
Magnesium:53.4mg
13.35%
Calcium:128.47mg
12.85%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.31%
Folate:45.09µg
11.27%
Vitamin K:10.31µg
9.82%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.72%
Zinc:1.4mg
9.33%
Vitamin E:1.21mg
8.06%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.61%
Copper:0.09mg
4.71%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%