Vibrant Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus, Sun‑Dried Tomatoes and Peppers
Vibrant Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus, Sun‑Dried Tomatoes and Peppers combines juicy chicken, crisp asparagus, and sweet bell peppers with tangy, chewy sun‑dried tomatoes for a balanced bite. Basil pesto coats the delicate angel hair, while Parmesan and a hint of red pepper flakes add richness and gentle heat. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering when you want color and bold, fresh flavors.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Vibrant Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus, Sun‑Dried Tomatoes and Peppers, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 32 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 55 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 37
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 54
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a boil. Stir in the angel hair pasta and return it to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the chicken strips until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Pour the reserved oil from the sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet; cook and stir the asparagus in the oil until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add the yellow and red bell pepper strips; cook and stir for an additional 2 minutes.
- 4
Lightly toss the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta into the skillet with the chicken and vegetables; stir in the pesto sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese to serve.
- Calories 670.39 kcal High 34%
- Protein 39.72 g Good Source 79%
- Carbohydrate 69.89 g 25%
- Total Fat 28.17 g High 36%
- Saturated Fat 5.31 g High 27%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 92.02 mg High 31%
- Sodium 920.64 mg High 40%
- Dietary Fiber 7.42 g Good Source 27%
- Total Sugars 5.75 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 217.62 mg Moderate 17%
- Iron 6.24 mg Good Source 35%
- Potassium 1098.8 mg Good Source 23%
- Vitamin A 106.23 mcg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin C 72.79 mg Good Source 81%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Vibrant Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Peppers is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Angel Hair Pasta, Asparagus, Grated Parmesan Cheese, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 670.39 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Vibrant Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus, Sun‑Dried Tomatoes and Peppers made of?
- The main ingredients are Angel Hair Pasta, Asparagus, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Olive Oil, Pesto. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Vibrant Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus, Sun‑Dried Tomatoes and Peppers?
- About 40 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 670.39 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Vibrant Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus, Sun‑Dried Tomatoes and Peppers easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Vibrant Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus, Sun‑Dried Tomatoes and Peppers healthy?
- Vibrant Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus, Sun‑Dried Tomatoes and Peppers has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 670.39 calories and 39.72 g of protein, or 79% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 920.64 mg (40% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.31 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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