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Chicken and Peas Pesto

Chicken and Peas Pesto: 20-Minute Comfort Food Delight

A quick and flavorful dish featuring chicken, peas, and pesto.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup pesto sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add shredded chicken and cook until heated through.
  3. Stir in peas and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Mix in pesto sauce and combine well.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use leftover chicken for faster preparation.
  • Substitute homemade pesto for better flavor.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chicken and Peas Pesto, easy chicken recipe, quick dinner