Broth Pesto With Pasta, Peas, and Chicken

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Broth Pesto With Pasta, Peas, and Chicken - A Quick and Easy Delightful Dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
	1 package shell pasta
	1 tablespoon v for vegan butter substitute
	2 tablespoons v for vegan butter substitute
	2 tablespoons chopped spring onions
	1 package quorn pieces , chicken-style recipe tenders
	1 cup sweet peas
	3 tablespoons pesto sauce , can use more to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Serves 4

Calories

440

Sugar

Fat

24g

Broth Pesto With Pasta, Peas, and Chicken is an easy and fulfilling dinner option that will fill your heart and tummy with guaranteed satisfaction. This quick and versatile dish features an incredible mix of flavor, with tender quorn chicken-style pieces, fresh peas, and the rich and distinctive flavor of pesto sauce. The shells of pasta add an extra textural element to the dish that any pasta lover will appreciate. Best of all, this recipe is perfect for those of us who are short on time or simply want an easy and tasty meal. Follow this recipe, step by step, and prepare to be amazed.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
2.	Add shell pasta and cook for 7 minutes or until al dente.
3.	Drain the pasta and keep aside.
4.	In a large pan, heat vegan butter substitute over medium heat.
5.	Add chopped spring onions and saute until soft.
6.	Add quorn pieces and sweet peas, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
7.	Stir in pesto sauce and vegan butter substitute, then add cooked pasta.
8.	Toss everything well.
9.	Serve hot.

PROS

This dish is a delicious and easy-to-prepare dinner option that is perfect for busy weeknights.

It is packed with protein and fiber from cooked peas and quorn tenders.

The pesto sauce adds a flavorful twist to the dish and makes it a great option for picky eaters.

CONS

The recipe uses vegan butter substitute, which may not be available everywhere.

It is not a vegan option as it uses quorn chicken-style recipe tenders.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, making it a healthy meal option. Peas are a great source of vitamin K, vitamin C, manganese, and folate and can play a crucial role in maintaining optimal health. Quorn tenders are a lower-fat and lower-calorie option that can help you lose weight and feel more energized. Pesto sauce also contains a wealth of health benefits, given its contents of healthy fats, antioxidants, and vitamins.