Keto Pesto Chicken Pasta
Satisfy your cravings for pasta while staying true to your low-carb lifestyle with this irresistible Keto Pesto Chicken Pasta. This vibrant dish features tender chicken breast slices and spiralized zucchini noodles, lovingly tossed in a rich, herbaceous basil pesto. Juicy cherry tomatoes add bursts of flavor, while freshly grated Parmesan cheese takes each bite to the next level. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, offering a fresh twist on classic pesto pasta without the carbs. Packed with protein and bursting with flavor, this keto-friendly meal is as nourishing as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup basil pesto
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the zucchini noodles. Use a spiralizer to create noodles from the zucchini. Set aside in a colander and sprinkle with a little salt; this helps draw out moisture.
Step 2
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips. Season them with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the seasoned chicken strips to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the zucchini noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until they begin to soften, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the skillet, along with the cooked chicken strips.
Step 7
Stir in the basil pesto and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
Step 8
Serve the Keto Pesto Chicken Pasta hot, garnished with freshly grated parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1356.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1570.4 |
| Total Fat 98.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g | |
| Cholesterol 257.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10369.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 77.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 64.1g | |
| Protein 98.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 840.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3355.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories