Description
Grilled Chicken and Asparagus Pesto Pasta is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings together the smoky goodness of grilled chicken, fresh asparagus, and a rich pesto sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering a satisfying meal that can be enjoyed warm or cold.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound asparagus (woody ends trimmed)
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
- 1/3 cup pesto
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 cup shredded Pecorino Romano cheese
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper for seasoning
- Toasted pine nuts and fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and place in a large bowl.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper; arrange on a baking sheet.
- Grill chicken for 4-6 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 160°-165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- Grill asparagus for about 3 minutes until tender; cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine sliced chicken, asparagus, pesto, lemon juice, and cheese with the pasta; toss to coat. Garnish with toasted pine nuts and basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg