Teena's Bold Spicy Pesto Chicken Pasta
Ingredients List
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1 (16 ounce) package uncooked farfalle (bow tie) pasta
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
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1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
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6 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup chopped cilantro
Cooking Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add farfalle pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain well.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Stir in the chile paste and chicken. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and cooked through, with juices running clear.
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Add the cooked farfalle, pesto, Parmesan cheese, and cilantro to the skillet. Toss everything together and heat through for a couple of minutes.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 422 | Calories |
| 15g | Fat |
| 46g | Carbs |
| 25g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 422 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 15g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium 215mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46g | 17% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 10% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin C 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium 156mg | 12% |
| Iron 3mg | 15% |
| Potassium 222mg | 5% |
* 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