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Gluten-Free Skillet Pesto Chicken Recipe

Gluten-Free Skillet Pesto Chicken Recipe

In just 30 minutes make the best Gluten-Free Skillet Pesto Chicken Recipe.

Author: Mommy Hates Cooking

Meal Type: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 6 serving

Calories: 469 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 12 ounce - Gluten-Free Rotini Pasta
  • 1 Tbsp - Olive Oil
  • 1 Clove - Garlic
  • ½ teaspoon - Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon - Salt
  • 1 ½ Pounds - Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • ¼ Cups - Pesto Sauce
  • 1 Cup - Cherry Tomatoes
  • 8 ounce - Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
  • Dried Parsley
  • Garlic Salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pasta as instructed on the package and set aside.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Once seasoned, cut the chicken into smaller, bite-sized cubes before adding to the skillet.
  3. Add the olive oil and crushed garlic to a 12-inch deep-sided skillet, and bring to medium heat.
  4. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook the thighs for 6-8 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.
  5. Once fully cooked, add in the sliced tomatoes and let them sear for about 5 minutes or until soft.
  6. Stir in the pesto sauce into the skillet with the chicken and tomatoes.
  7. Pour the drained pasta into the skillet and continue to mix to combine the ingredients.
  8. Top the pasta with thinly sliced mozzarella cheese and dried parsley.
  9. Place a lid on the skillet on medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes to let the cheese melt.
  10. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Energy: 469 kcal | Total Fat: 26 g | Saturated: 8 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 134 mg | Total Carbs: 25 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugars: 1 g | Proteins: 33 g | Sodium: 823 mg | Polyunsaturated: 4 g | Monounsaturated: 11 g

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