10. Pesto Chicken Pasta Bowl
Source: healthyminutemeals
This pesto chicken pasta bowl turns a comforting classic into something fresh. Bright basil pesto coats whole wheat pasta and grilled chicken strips. Cherry tomatoes and mozzarella add pops of color and creaminess.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella, cubed
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water before draining.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken for 7 minutes per side.
- Let chicken rest then slice into strips.
- Toss pasta with pesto and a splash of pasta water.
- Add spinach and let it wilt slightly.
- Divide pasta into bowls and top with chicken.
- Add tomatoes, mozzarella, and pine nuts.
- Finish with lemon zest and parmesan cheese.
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 580 kcal |
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbohydrates | 50 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sodium | 510 mg |
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