Spence's Basil Pesto Chicken Pasta
Ingredients List
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½ pound linguine pasta
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1 (8 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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6 whole garlic cloves
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4 ounces fresh mushrooms, halved
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6 ounces roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
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1 (7.5 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
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3 ounces fresh spinach leaves
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¼ cup prepared basil pesto, or to taste
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1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided (Optional)
Cooking Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the linguine and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 11 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander.
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While the pasta cooks, season the chicken with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook the chicken pieces until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, mushrooms, roasted red peppers, and artichoke hearts, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cook for another 5-8 minutes until the mushrooms release their juices. Add the spinach and cook for 2 more minutes, or until wilted.
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Toss the cooked linguine with basil pesto in a large bowl. Plate the pasta and top with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over each serving and enjoy.
Nutritional Details (per serving)
| 512 | Calories |
| 23g | Fat |
| 54g | Carbs |
| 26g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 512 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 23g | 30% |
| Saturated Fat 4g | 21% |
| Cholesterol 35mg | 12% |
| Sodium 540mg | 23% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54g | 19% |
| Dietary Fiber 5g | 19% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin C 44mg | 49% |
| Calcium 177mg | 14% |
| Iron 4mg | 20% |
| Potassium 448mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5