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Chicken and Spinach Pesto

Chicken and Spinach Pesto: 7 Reasons to Love This Dish

A delicious blend of chicken and spinach pesto for a quick meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup spinach, fresh
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together chicken, spinach, pesto, and parmesan cheese.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the chicken mixture to the skillet, and cook for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes until heated through.

Notes

  • Serve with pasta or bread.
  • Use leftover chicken for quicker preparation.
  • Adjust pesto quantity for your taste.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chicken and Spinach Pesto, Chicken, Pesto, Spinach, Quick Meal