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Creamy Pesto Pasta with Chicken

Name: Creamy Pesto Pasta with Chicken
Total time: 2100 s
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 box Cavatappi Pasta; 1 jar Basil Pesto; 1 Rotisserie Chicken; 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; to taste Salt; to taste Ground Black Pepper

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The best thing about our creamy pesto pasta with chicken is that it's ready in just minutes! This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Simply cook the pasta according to the package directions, then add in the chicken and pesto sauce. Whether you're feeding your family or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to please everyone.

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1 box
(16 oz)

Cavatappi Pasta

1 jar
(8 oz)

Basil Pesto

Rotisserie Chicken , shredded

or 1 bag Fully Cooked Frozen Shredded Chicken

1 cup

Grated Parmesan Cheese

to taste

Salt

to taste

Ground Black Pepper

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CALORIES

919

FAT

47.3 g

PROTEIN

64.1 g

CARBS

60.8 g

Cooking Instructions

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Step 1

Boil the Cavatappi Pasta (1 box) according to the manufacturer’s directions. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.

Step 2

Return the pasta to the pot and add the Rotisserie Chicken (1) and Basil Pesto (1 jar) to the top. Set back on the stove at medium heat.

Step 3

In a blender, pour in the pasta water and add the Grated Parmesan Cheese (1 cup) and blend until creamy.

Step 4

Add the creamy cheese to the top of the pot with pasta, chicken, pesto, Salt (to taste) and Ground Black Pepper (to taste) . Stir until combined.

Step 5

Simmer the dish for 10 minutes or until the chicken is warmed.

Step 6

Serve warm with extra parmesan on top.

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Nutrition Per Serving

Calories

919

% Daily Value*

Fat

47.3 g

61%

Saturated Fat

13.5 g

68%

Trans Fat

0.1 g

Cholesterol

244.0 mg

81%

Carbohydrates

60.8 g

22%

Fiber

3.4 g

12%

Sugars

2.7 g

Protein

64.1 g

128%

Sodium

1972.9 mg

86%

Vitamin D

0.1 µg

Calcium

311.8 mg

24%

Iron

4.9 mg

27%

Potassium

30.0 mg

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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