Description

Delight in the vibrant flavors of Trader Joe’s Pesto Penne with Chicken, a quick and easy meal that combines tender chicken tenders and penne pasta enveloped in rich pesto, complemented by roasted peppers.

Ingredients

Scale

kosher salt

1 lb. penne

1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken tenders

1 container Trader Joe’s Pesto

1 jar roasted red and yellow peppers

Freshly grated Parmesan

for garnish

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente.
In a separate skillet, cook the chicken tenders over medium heat until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center, about 7-10 minutes per side.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the heat and slice it into bite-sized pieces.
Drain the penne and return it to the pot. Stir in the Trader Joe’s Pesto and the sliced chicken, mixing well to combine.
Add the roasted red and yellow peppers, gently folding them into the pasta and chicken mixture.
Serve warm, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe with your choice of vegetables or add additional protein if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg

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