Teena’s Spicy Pesto Chicken and Pasta

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11

Teena's Spicy Pesto Chicken and Pasta

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 package uncooked farfalle ( bow tie ) pasta
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	1 tablespoon hot chile paste ( such as sambal oelek )
	1 pound skinless , boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
	6 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
	1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
	1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

670

Sugar

Fat

36g

Teena's Spicy Pesto Chicken and Pasta is a delicious and spicy pasta dish that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. The dish is made with farfalle pasta that is cooked to perfection and seasoned with a spicy chile paste and olive oil mixture. Chunks of tender chicken are then added to the pan, along with a generous amount of pesto sauce, which gives the dish a delicious and savory flavor. The whole dish is then topped with Parmesan cheese and chopped cilantro before being served.

Instructions

1.	Cook farfalle pasta according to package directions.
2.	Heat olive oil and hot chile paste in a large skillet over medium heat.
3.	Add chicken and cook until browned, stirring frequently, for about 5 to 7 minutes.
4.	Stir in pesto sauce until chicken is well coated.
5.	Drain pasta and add to skillet with chicken and stir together.
6.	Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and chopped cilantro before serving.

PROS

This easy-to-make pasta dish is packed with flavor and spice, perfect for those who love a bit of heat in their food.

The pesto sauce adds a delicious, savory flavor to the dish that complements the chicken well.

CONS

This dish can be quite spicy for those who don’t enjoy hot foods.

Additionally, the high amount of cheese in the dish can make it quite heavy and not suitable for those on a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest options, it does contain some nutritional benefits.
The chicken provides a good source of protein while the pasta is a great source of carbohydrates that can help to keep you feeling full and energized.
The pesto sauce contains healthy fats from olive oil and nuts, which can support heart health.