For a richer flavor, use homemade pesto. Fresh basil makes all the difference! Don't overcook the pasta. Al dente is key for the best texture. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency. Feel free to add other vegetables such as cherry tomatoes or zucchini for extra nutrients and flavor.
Spence's Pesto Chicken Pasta
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS434
This vibrant Pesto Chicken Pasta is a symphony of Mediterranean flavors. Tender chicken and al dente linguine are tossed with aromatic pesto, complemented by savory vegetables, creating a dish that is both satisfying and bursting with freshness. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an elegant weekend dinner.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate54 g
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Cholesterol35 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein26 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium540 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat23 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package directions, or until al dente (approximately 9-11 minutes). Drain well, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
02 Step
Recipe View While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through (about 8-10 minutes).
03 Step
Recipe View Add the crushed garlic cloves, mushrooms, roasted red peppers, and artichoke hearts to the skillet with the chicken. Reduce heat to low and simmer until the mushrooms soften and release their juices (about 5-7 minutes).
04 Step
Recipe View Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until just wilted (about 1-2 minutes).
05 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, toss the drained linguine with the basil pesto, adding a little of the reserved pasta water if needed to create a creamy sauce.
06 Step
Recipe View Divide the pesto pasta between two plates. Top with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
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Sasha Cruickshank
Apr 13, 2025I used gluten-free pasta and it worked perfectly.
Kris Thiel
Mar 18, 2025Quick and easy, just what I needed after a long day.
Kira Hodkiewicz
Dec 26, 2024I added sun-dried tomatoes and it was amazing!
Liana Marks
Dec 3, 2024Definitely a new weeknight staple!
Clyde Gleichnergraham
Aug 19, 2024The pesto sauce was a little dry, but adding some pasta water fixed it right up.
Jacinto Ruecker
Mar 26, 2023So much flavor! I'll be making this again soon.
Krista Schneider
Jan 4, 2023This was so easy and delicious! My family loved it.
Ayana Gottlieb
Nov 28, 2022I'm not a big fan of artichoke hearts, so I left them out and it was still great.