YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Fresh Herbs
Savor this light yet satisfying dish where tender chicken is paired with whole wheat pasta, tossed in a silky, creamy pesto sauce enriched with Greek yogurt and accented with fresh basil and cherry tomatoes. This recipe strikes a balance between flavor and wellness, perfect for a nourishing dinner.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Chicken Breast
0.5 cup cooked Whole Wheat Pasta
2 oz Nonfat Greek Yogurt
1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
0.25 cup Fresh Basil (chopped)
0.25 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
1 clove Garlic
PREPARATION
Preheat a skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with olive oil.
Season the chicken breast with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the minced garlic and sear the chicken until fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes per side. Once cooked, slice the chicken into strips.
In a bowl, whisk together the nonfat Greek yogurt, chopped fresh basil, and a small drizzle more of olive oil if desired to enhance the pesto flavor.
Toss the warmed, cooked whole wheat pasta with the creamy basil-yogurt sauce until fully coated.
Add the sliced chicken and halved cherry tomatoes to the pasta, gently mixing all components.
Plate the dish and garnish with additional fresh basil. Serve warm and enjoy your balanced, flavorful meal.