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Joe Rooney

High Protein Pesto Pasta with Chicken: Easy and Delicious

This high protein pesto pasta with chicken is an easy to make low calorie meal perfect for clean bulk recipes and high protein low cal dinner recipes. Tender marinated chicken combined with flavorful pesto and protein-packed pasta creates a healthy and delicious chicken recipe low calorie option. Ready in under 30 minutes and great for meal prep, it’s a fresh twist on traditional Italian pesto pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 569
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 8oz box of frilly protein pasta like Loppdy Loops or Campanelle, use gluten free as needed
  • ½ cup bone broth
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese shredded, use plant based as needed
  • 1 8oz jar high protein pesto use plant based as needed
  • 1.5 pounds chicken breasts or 3 chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 garlic cloves

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken breasts with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and minced garlic cloves for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the protein pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. While the pasta cooks, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove and let rest.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the egg, bone broth, and shredded parmesan cheese to create a silky sauce.
  5. Slice or cube the cooked chicken.
  6. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot; stir in the high protein pesto and the egg mixture over low heat to gently coat the pasta and create a creamy texture.
  7. Add the cooked chicken pieces to the pasta and toss everything until well combined and heated through.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • For meal prep, store in airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Use plant-based alternatives for a vegan version. Adjust salt and seasoning to taste.