The combination of savory chicken, nutty pine nuts, and flavorful pesto sauce creates a delicious and well-balanced dish. The addition of spinach also provides a boost of nutrition and adds a pop of color to the pasta. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a tasty and satisfying meal in no time.
15 Minute Recipe - Green Pesto, Chicken, Spinach & Pine Nut Pasta
1 June 2017
If you're short on time but still craving a delicious and satisfying meal, try this recipe for green pesto, chicken, spinach, and pine nut pasta. This recipe can be prepared in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect option for a quick lunch or dinner.
Category
Main
Serves
2
Preparation Time
5 Minutes
Cooking Time
10 Minutes
Ingredients
2 cooked chicken breasts - cut into bite sized chunks
200g fresh pasta
60g sundried tomatoes - chopped
150g fresh spinach
2tbsp green pesto
50g pine nuts
Instructions
1First fully cook chicken breasts in the frying pan on a medium heat
2In a separate saucepan, fill it with hot water and cook the fresh pasta for 3 minutes until cooked
3Add the spinach to the pan with the chicken and allow to wilt
4Add the sundried tomatoes and allow to cook for 2 minutes with the chicken and spinach
5Place the cooked and drained pasta into the frying pan and then stir in the green pesto - make sure you use a plastic spoon for this or mix it in with your spatula, as a metal spoon may scratch the pan’s non-stick surface
6Finally, stir in your pine nuts and serve.
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