Pesto Recipes: Pesto Pasta with Chicken | Submitted By: Kristin

1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta1 teaspoon olive oil2 cloves garlic, minced2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size piecescrushed red pepper flakes to taste1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and cut into strips1/2 cup pesto sauceBring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic until tender, then stir in chicken. Season with red pepper flakes. Cook until chicken is golden, and cooked through. In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, sun-dried tomatoes and pesto. Toss to coat evenly. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 328 | Total Fat: 10.1g | Cholesterol: 22mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 328

Total Fat: 10.1gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 154mgTotal Carbs: 43.3g    Dietary Fiber: 2.7gProtein: 17.4g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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I made this recipe last night, and both my husband and I really enjoyed it. As others, I made a few changes - I used the oil from the sundried tomatoes, and I know I used more than 1 teaspoon, more like a couple of tablespoons - next time, I think I will saute in some chicken broth to cut the fat . I also added some slice crimini mushrooms, some sliced roasted red peppers, more sundried tomatoes, and a sprinkle of parmesan. After the chicken and mushrooms were cooked, I tossed in the sundried tomatoes and red peppers, then tossed in the cooked whole wheat rotini pasta and the pesto, while keeping the pan on low. Tossing in a bowl would have been nicer presentation, but it was just the two of us, so I had one less bowl to wash. I have never been a pesto fan, but I liked this. It was not the best, as in 5 stars, but real close, It was relatively quick and easy to make and I will definitely make it again. Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
40 users found this review helpful I made this recipe last night, and both my husband and I really enjoyed it. As others, I made...

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