Description
A vibrant and flavorful Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad that combines tender chicken, fresh tomatoes, and delicious pesto for a quick and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- Combine in a large bowl the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, pesto sauce, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated with the pesto.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
For a refreshing twist suitable for those watching sugar intake, consider sugar-free pesto sauces or alternatives like stevia.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 35mg