Spence's Chicken Pesto Linguine
Spence's Chicken Pesto Linguine balances tender bites of chicken with a basil-forward pesto that coats every strand, complemented by roasted peppers, earthy mushrooms, and briny artichokes. Fresh spinach wilts into the sauce, adding color and a gentle bitterness, while Parmesan brings a savory finish. It’s a vibrant, weeknight-friendly pasta that works for casual dinners or an easy centerpiece when hosting.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spence's Chicken Pesto Linguine, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 29 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 58 / 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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- 50
- Heart Health
- 72
- Metabolic
- 45
- Digestive
- 42
- Inflammatory
- 40
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat. When boiling, stir in the linguine and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked through but still slightly firm, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
- 2
While the pasta cooks, season the chicken with salt and black pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook the chicken pieces, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Stir in the garlic cloves, mushrooms, roasted red peppers, and artichoke hearts; reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook until the mushrooms start to release their juices, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the spinach, and simmer just until the leaves wilt, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Place the cooked linguine in a bowl and toss with the basil pesto. Divide the pasta between 2 plates and top with the chicken mixture. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over each plate to serve.
- Calories 626.37 kcal High 31%
- Protein 24.31 g Good Source 49%
- Carbohydrate 84.86 g 31%
- Total Fat 18.69 g High 24%
- Saturated Fat 2.74 g Moderate 14%
- Trans Fat 0.04 g High --
- Cholesterol 36.51 mg Moderate 12%
- Sodium 440.19 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 5.85 g Good Source 21%
- Total Sugars 4.48 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 274.08 mg Good Source 21%
- Iron 4.82 mg Good Source 27%
- Potassium 436.36 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 142.79 mcg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin C 35.14 mg Good Source 39%
- Vitamin D 0.04 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Spence's Chicken Pesto Linguine is made with 11 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Artichoke Hearts, Basil Pesto, Chicken Breast, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 626.37 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spence's Chicken Pesto Linguine made of?
- The main ingredients are Artichoke Hearts, Basil Pesto, Chicken Breast, Garlic, Grated Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spence's Chicken Pesto Linguine?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 626.37 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spence's Chicken Pesto Linguine easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Spence's Chicken Pesto Linguine healthy?
- Spence's Chicken Pesto Linguine has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 626.37 calories and 24.31 g of protein, or 49% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 440.19 mg (19% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.74 g (14% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Garlic, 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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