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Ingredients
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1 (16 ounce) package uncooked farfalle (bow tie) pasta
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
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1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
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6 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup chopped cilantro
Directions
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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place farfalle pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mix in the chile paste and chicken. Cook and stir chicken 10 minutes, or until evenly browned and juices run clear.
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Toss the cooked farfalle, pesto, Parmesan cheese, and cilantro into the skillet, and continue cooking just until heated through.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
422 | Calories |
15g | Fat |
46g | Carbs |
25g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 422 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 15g | 19% |
Saturated Fat 4g | 20% |
Cholesterol 43mg | 14% |
Sodium 215mg | 9% |
Total Carbohydrate 46g | 17% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 10% |
Total Sugars 1g | |
Protein 25g | 50% |
Vitamin C 2mg | 2% |
Calcium 156mg | 12% |
Iron 3mg | 15% |
Potassium 222mg | 5% |
* 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.