Pesto Chicken Primavera Recipe
Overview
Name: Pesto Chicken Primavera
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Description: This easy and quick Pesto Chicken Primavera recipe is perfect for a delicious meal that will impress without spending all day in the kitchen.
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Spaghetti, Poultry, Onions, Peppers, Vegetable, Meat, Brunch, < 60 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
Calories: 353.1 per serving
Fat Content: 9.6g
Saturated Fat Content: 2.2g
Cholesterol Content: 36.3mg
Sodium Content: 42mg
Carbohydrate Content: 45.8g
Fiber Content: 2.8g
Sugar Content: 3g
Protein Content: 19.9g
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 package angel hair pasta
- 1 jar sun-dried tomato pesto
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
Instructions
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package directions. Once cooked, toss the pasta with 3 tablespoons of sun-dried tomato pesto sauce. Place on a platter and cover to keep warm. |
| 2 | Season the chicken strips with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken strips for about 5 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. |
| 3 | In the same skillet, add the sliced red and orange bell peppers along with the red onion. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender. Add the sliced zucchini and cook for an additional 8 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender-crisp. |
| 4 | Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir in the remaining sun-dried tomato pesto sauce. Toss everything together gently to combine. |
| 5 | Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture over the prepared angel hair pasta. Optionally, garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil for extra flavor. |
Tips for Success
- Pesto Sauce: Use a good quality sun-dried tomato pesto for enhanced flavor.
- Vegetables: Feel free to vary the vegetables based on what you have on hand or prefer.
- Garnish: Freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil add a nice finishing touch.
- Meal Prep: This dish can be prepped ahead up to the cooking step and finished quickly when ready to serve.
Enjoy Your Meal!
This Pesto Chicken Primavera is a delightful combination of tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and savory pesto sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner any day of the week.
