Indulge in a culinary adventure with our diverse collection of low-carb pesto chicken and veggie pasta recipes, tailored to satisfy your taste buds and dietary preferences. From the classic combination of pesto and chicken to creative vegetarian variations, each dish promises a flavorful and satisfying meal. Explore a world of culinary delights, ranging from the vibrant flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and spinach to the hearty goodness of roasted zucchini and mushrooms. Whether you're a meat lover, a veggie enthusiast, or simply seeking a healthier alternative, our recipes cater to all dietary choices. Embark on a journey of taste and discover your new favorite low-carb pasta dish today!
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKEN PESTO PASTA WITH VEGGIES
Easy to prepare in under 25 minutes, this chicken and pasta recipe is perfect for busy night dinner. And it's super versatile! Use in-season vegetables, and any size or shape pasta. Plus, choose from three unique scrumptious pesto recipes.
Provided by (From "A Well-Seasoned Kitchen" by Sally Clayton and Lee Clayton Roper)
Categories main dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
- In the mean time, core, seed and slice the bell peppers into thin strips and cut into 1-inch pieces. Cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil until hot and sauté the peppers, onions and asparagus over medium-high heat until softened but still crisp, about 10 minutes.
- Transfer cooked vegetables to a large mixing bowl and add the chicken and sun-dried tomatoes. Toss with 1/2 cup of the pesto and 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the water boils, cook the pasta in the boiling water until al dente (per package instructions). Drain, return to the pot and toss with the remaining pesto and 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mound the cooked pasta on a large serving dish (or 4 individual serving plates) and top with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (or more to taste). Serve immediately.
BASIL PESTO CHICKEN AND VEGGIES
Basil Pesto Chicken and Veggies made in one pan in 30 minutes or less. This easy dish is healthy, low-carb, gluten-free and super tasty!
Provided by Christi
Categories Main Dishes
Yield 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- First, cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Chop the broccoli, cauliflower, and sun-dried tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until fully cooked, about 6 - 8 minutes, but times may vary. Once the chicken is fully cooked, transfer to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
- Using the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of oil and the chopped veggies. Stir the veggies, then cover with a lid. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 10 - 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the lid and add the cooked chicken back to the pan. Stir in the pesto and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir to combine for about 2 minutes or until heated through. Remove from heat and serve garnished with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
LOW-CARB PESTO CHICKEN & VEGGIE PASTA RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by á-25010
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once simmering, add the chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Let cook for 7 minutes, then add in the corn and tomatoes. Cook for another 5-10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink on the inside, the corn has turned bright yellow and the tomatoes have cooked down. Meanwhile, place all of the ingredients for the pesto into a food processor, and pulse until creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and adjust seasoning, if needed. Toss the pesto and zucchini noodles in a large mixing bowl until combined. Once the chicken, corn and tomatoes are done, toss with the pesto noodles. Divide onto plates, and serve. Nutrition Information Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1/4 recipe Per serving: Calories: 245; Total Fat: 20g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 13g; Cholesterol: 16mg; Sodium: 175mg; Carbohydrate: 10g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 10g Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 284mg; Iron: 11%; Vitamin A: 38%; Vitamin C: 41%; Calcium: 2%
WEEKDAY MEAL-PREP PESTO CHICKEN & VEGGIES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, boneless, skinless chicken thighs, salt, pepper, green beans, cherry tomato, basil pesto
Provided by Robin Broadfoot
Categories Lunch
Time 22m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large pan, heat olive oil and add chicken thighs.
- Season with salt and pepper. When the chicken is completely cooked through, remove from pan.
- Slice into strips, and set aside.
- Add green beans and cook until crisp tender.
- Return the chicken strips to the pan, then add tomatoes and pesto. Stir until fully incorporated.
- Serve immediately or divide into 4 food storage containers and store in the refrigerator. Can be kept refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 7 grams
FRESH CHICKEN AND VEGGIE PESTO PASTA
I found this recipe last week on a food blog, but I cannot remember which one. It was just perfect! I did double the sauce and added a cup of broccoli! :) :)
Provided by SPKLady
Categories Chicken
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- add all the pesto ingredients to a food processor, except the olive oil. Pulse and blend well. Slowly drizzle in the oil. You can decide how much oil you want in your pesto. You can also add water or chicken broth if you want it a bit saucy.
- Cook pasta in boiling water. While the pasta cooks: Saute the chicken in the pan with 1 TBS of olive oil until browned and done, about 5-8 minutes depending on size of pieces. Remove chicken from the pan.
- Cut up all the veggies and add then to the pan. Saute until crisp tender, about 5 minutes.
- Drain pasta.
- In a large pot or bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, sauteed veggies and pesto. Stil together until combined well. Add cut up tomato, stir to combine, plate and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.1, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 25.6, Sodium 98.5, Carbohydrate 40.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2, Protein 19.2
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your pesto chicken veggie pasta will taste.
- Make your own pesto: It's easy to make pesto at home, and it's much more flavorful than store-bought pesto.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is best when it's cooked through but still juicy. Overcooked chicken is dry and tough.
- Roast the vegetables: Roasting the vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and flavor.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for broccoli, zucchini, and carrots, but you can use any vegetables you like.
- Serve immediately: Pesto chicken veggie pasta is best served immediately after it's made.
Conclusion:
This low-carb pesto chicken veggie pasta is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. Give it a try tonight and see for yourself!
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