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Pesto Chicken & Chickpea Bowls


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4.3 from 128 reviews

  • Author: stella
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delightful and nutritious meal bringing together tender chicken, protein-packed chickpeas, and vibrant vegetables, infused with fresh pesto.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 can cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup pesto sauce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to enhance their flavor.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  4. In a bowl, combine cooked chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh spinach.
  5. Toss the chickpea mixture with pesto sauce until everything is well combined.
  6. Serve the sliced chicken on top of the chickpea mixture for presentation.

Notes

Can be served warm or at room temperature. Consider adding parmesan cheese or toasted pine nuts for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg