Pesto Chicken Florentine

Pesto Chicken Florentine

Extremely rich combination of chicken, spinach and creamy pesto sauce. Serve with crunchy bread and romaine salad–it’s the best!

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into strips
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 (4.5 ounce) package dry Alfredo sauce mix
  • 2 tablespoons pesto
  • 1 (8 ounce) package dry penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon grated Romano cheese

Directions

Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic, saute for 1 minute; then add chicken and cook for 7 to 8 minutes on each side. When chicken is close to being cooked through (no longer pink inside), add spinach and saute all together for 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 2
Meanwhile, prepare Alfredo sauce according to package directions. When finished, stir in 2 tablespoons pesto; set aside.

Step 3
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Rinse under cold water and drain.

Step 4
Add chicken/spinach mixture to pasta, then stir in pesto/Alfredo sauce. Mix well, top with cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

572
Calories
19g
Fat
57g
Carbs
42g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 572
% Daily Value *
Total Fat19g 25%
Saturated Fat6g 32%
Cholesterol84mg 28%
Sodium1707mg 74%
Total Carbohydrate57g 21%
Dietary Fiber3g 9%
Total Sugars2g
Protein42g
Vitamin C7mg 34%
Calcium117mg 9%
Iron3mg 18%
Potassium520mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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