Description
Healthy Grilled Chicken Pesto Pasta is a delightful fusion of flavors that transforms your pasta night into a culinary celebration. This dish features succulent grilled chicken paired with vibrant homemade pesto and perfectly cooked spaghetti, creating a meal that is both satisfying and nutritious. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients. Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite while keeping health in focus. With its ease of customization, it’s a dish that every family member will love—and it might just become your new go-to recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spaghetti noodles
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and spices for 10 minutes.
- Boil spaghetti until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through; let rest before slicing.
- Toss drained pasta with butter and pesto; add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve pasta topped with grilled chicken slices and garnish with fresh basil and parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg