Description
A cozy and festive pasta meal prep combining chicken, pesto, and pasta that can be enjoyed warm or cold.
Ingredients
- Short pasta (rotini, penne, or bowties)
- Boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cooked and sliced
- Pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Baby spinach or arugula (optional)
- Mozzarella pearls or diced mozzarella (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- One squeeze of lemon
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water until just tender. Drain and rinse with cool water if desired.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then pan-cook until fully cooked. Let it rest before slicing.
- Stir pesto with a squeeze of lemon in a large bowl. Add pasta water if it looks thick.
- Add the pasta, chicken, tomatoes, and spinach. Toss well and finish with parmesan and mozzarella if using.
- Divide into containers for meal prep, aiming for 4 to 5 portions.
Notes
Customizable with various veggies or proteins. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian