Ingredients and Weight:
- 250 grams of dried pasta
- 500 grams of chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 1 cup of pesto sauce
- 2 cups of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup of olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup of white wine
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including cooking time)
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken cubes and cook until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the pesto sauce to the chicken and stir to combine.
- Add the cherry tomatoes and olives to the chicken mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the white wine into the skillet and let it reduce by half.
- When the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the skillet with the chicken mixture.
- Toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated with the chicken mixture.
- Season with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: approximately 450 calories per serving (depending on ingredient brands and amounts)
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Protein: 32g
Fiber: 3g
(Note: Actual nutritional information may vary based on ingredient brands used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Creative combination of pesto, chicken, and pasta.
- Full of flavor with a rich, Italian-inspired sauce.
- Versatile dish that can be customized with different types of pasta or additional ingredients.
User Comments:
- "This dish was delicious! The pesto sauce was creamy and flavorful."
- "I added some extra chicken to make it more filling."
- "I used whole wheat pasta to make it healthier."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients to ensure the best flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- If you want to make this dish vegetarian, you can omit the chicken and add more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini instead.
