Keto Pesto Chicken Pasta
Indulge in a healthy and absolutely delicious 'Keto Pesto Chicken Pasta' that’s perfect for a low-carb lifestyle while delivering bold Italian-inspired flavors. This recipe replaces traditional pasta with nutrient-packed zucchini noodles for a guilt-free twist, making it ideal for keto enthusiasts and anyone seeking wholesome meal options. Tender chicken strips are seared to golden perfection, then tossed with vibrant basil pesto, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a hint of garlic for a mouthwatering combination. Topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese, this dish is quick and easy to prepare, with a total cook time of just 35 minutes, making it a go-to weeknight dinner for families or meal prepping. Enjoy the irresistible goodness of this low-carb pasta alternative that’s flavorful, filling, and sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips. Season them with salt and black pepper.
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.
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.
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.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the skillet, along with the cooked chicken strips.
Stir in the basil pesto and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
Serve the Keto Pesto Chicken Pasta hot, garnished with freshly grated parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1570 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.5 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 258 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 10369 mg | 451% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.4 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.1 g | ||
| Protein | 98.4 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 841 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 3355 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
