Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Fresh Basil

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Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Fresh Basil

YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE

Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Fresh Basil

Enjoy a vibrant twist on a classic pasta dish featuring tender grilled chicken breast tossed with whole wheat pasta in a luscious, creamy pesto sauce. Fresh basil and a medley of traditional pesto ingredients combine with a touch of Greek yogurt to create a dish that's both satisfying and full of flavor.

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NUTRITION

464kcal
Protein
47.8g
Fat
11.4g
Carbs
46.4g

SERVINGS

1 serving

INGREDIENTS

4 oz Chicken Breast

2 oz Whole Wheat Pasta (dry)

1/2 cup Fresh Basil (loosely packed)

1 tsp Olive Oil

1 Garlic Clove

1 tsp Pine Nuts

1 tbsp Parmesan Cheese

2 tbsp Greek Yogurt

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PREPARATION

  • 1

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, then add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  • 2

    Season the chicken breast lightly with salt and pepper. Grill or sear the chicken in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Once done, slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

  • 3

    In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh basil, olive oil, garlic clove, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until coarsely blended.

  • 4

    Transfer the pesto mixture to a bowl and stir in the Greek yogurt to create a creamy consistency. Adjust seasoning as desired.

  • 5

    In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the creamy pesto sauce until evenly coated.

  • 6

    Gently fold in the sliced chicken. Serve immediately garnished with a few extra basil leaves if desired.

Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Fresh Basil

This is an example of a meal that Solin would create to include in your personalized meal plan.

Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Fresh Basil

YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE

Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Fresh Basil

Enjoy a vibrant twist on a classic pasta dish featuring tender grilled chicken breast tossed with whole wheat pasta in a luscious, creamy pesto sauce. Fresh basil and a medley of traditional pesto ingredients combine with a touch of Greek yogurt to create a dish that's both satisfying and full of flavor.

NUTRITION

464kcal
Protein
47.8g
Fat
11.4g
Carbs
46.4g

SERVINGS

1 serving

INGREDIENTS

4 oz Chicken Breast

2 oz Whole Wheat Pasta (dry)

1/2 cup Fresh Basil (loosely packed)

1 tsp Olive Oil

1 Garlic Clove

1 tsp Pine Nuts

1 tbsp Parmesan Cheese

2 tbsp Greek Yogurt

PREPARATION

  • 1

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, then add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  • 2

    Season the chicken breast lightly with salt and pepper. Grill or sear the chicken in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Once done, slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

  • 3

    In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh basil, olive oil, garlic clove, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until coarsely blended.

  • 4

    Transfer the pesto mixture to a bowl and stir in the Greek yogurt to create a creamy consistency. Adjust seasoning as desired.

  • 5

    In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the creamy pesto sauce until evenly coated.

  • 6

    Gently fold in the sliced chicken. Serve immediately garnished with a few extra basil leaves if desired.