Pesto Chicken Pasta for One
Just because it’s just you doesn’t mean it can’t be extra special. This pasta dish is quick, easy, and tastes like it took hours.
Ingredients
1/2 cup uncooked whole grain (rotini, penne, or other small shape) pasta
1 cup water, divided
3/4 tablespoon pesto, divided
1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh spinach leaves, shredded
1/2 10 ounce can chicken breast in water OR 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, cubed
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Equipment
Large microwave-safe mug OR Small microwave-safe bowl
Stirring spoon
Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
- Before you begin, wash your hands, surfaces, utensils, tops of cans, fruits, and vegetables.
- Place pasta and 2/3 cup of water in a large mug or small microwave safe bowl.
- Microwave for 7 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
- Stir the pasta again and add the remaining 1/3 cup of water. Heat for 2-3 more minutes or until pasta is cooked through.
- Add 1/2 tablespoon pesto to mug with pasta, mix until pasta is well coated. Add in the tomatoes, spinach, and chicken and mix thoroughly. Microwave covered for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until spinach is wilted and tomatoes are soft.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and add the remaining 1/4 tablespoon pesto.
Tips
- For a more budget friendly version of this recipe pesto can be substituted for marinara or any red pasta sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
Entire recipe
Per serving
Amount
Calories
490
Total Fat
15g
Sodium
540mg
Total Carbohydrate
59g
Protein
33g
