YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Fresh Spinach
Savor a delightful dish where tender chicken breast meets perfectly cooked whole wheat pasta enveloped in a vibrant, creamy pesto sauce. Fresh spinach adds an extra pop of color and nutrients, making this meal both satisfying and wholesome.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Chicken Breast
1 cup cooked Whole Wheat Pasta
1 cup Fresh Spinach
Pesto Sauce (blend 1 tbsp Olive Oil, 1/2 cup Fresh Basil, 1 tsp Pine Nuts, 1 tbsp Grated Parmesan)
PREPARATION
Season the chicken breast lightly with salt and pepper.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden.
Meanwhile, cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
Prepare the pesto sauce by combining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, 1 teaspoon pine nuts, and 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan in a blender. Blend until smooth.
In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the fresh spinach and creamy pesto sauce until evenly coated.
Slice the cooked chicken breast and serve atop the pasta mixture, enjoying the blend of warm, tender chicken with the fresh and creamy pesto noodles.