{"id":28130,"date":"2016-08-16T17:55:20","date_gmt":"2016-08-16T07:55:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cafedelites.com\/?p=28130"},"modified":"2026-02-09T06:12:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T11:12:54","slug":"basil-pesto-chicken-spaghetti","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/basil-pesto-chicken-spaghetti\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Pesto Spaghetti"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s something wildly comforting about a bowl of pasta that smells like fresh basil and garlic before you even sit down. This <strong>Chicken Pesto Spaghetti<\/strong> hits that sweet spot between easy weeknight dinner and \u201cI definitely tried\u201d energy, without dragging you into a sink full of dishes or complicated steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">What makes this one special is how balanced it is. Tender chicken, glossy pesto, and spaghetti that actually holds onto the sauce instead of letting it slide off. It\u2019s hearty without being heavy, fresh without feeling fussy, and exactly the kind of chicken pesto pasta you\u2019ll want on repeat when you\u2019re bored of red sauce but not in the mood to reinvent dinner.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1294\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-7.jpg\" alt=\"Basil Pesto Chicken Spaghetti on a plate\" class=\"wp-image-28109\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-7.jpg 800w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-7-400x647.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-7-185x300.jpg 185w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-7-633x1024.jpg 633w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-7-93x150.jpg 93w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-7-768x1242.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-makes-this-recipe-so-good-and-worth-making-again\">What Makes This Recipe So Good (And Worth Making Again)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The chicken is seasoned properly before it hits the pan<\/strong>, which means it holds its own against the bold pesto instead of tasting like an afterthought.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The pesto coats the spaghetti instead of drowning it<\/strong>, giving you big basil flavour without turning the dish oily or overwhelming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Everything comes together in under 30 minutes<\/strong>, making this chicken pesto pasta recipe ideal for weeknights that need comfort food fast. If you enjoy hearty pasta dinners like this, you might also love a <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/fiery-lamb-ragu-on-parpadelle\/\">rich lamb ragu tossed with pappardelle<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>It\u2019s flexible without being vague<\/strong>, so you can dress it up for guests or keep it simple for a lazy dinner without losing flavour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-goes-into-chicken-pesto-spaghetti\">What Goes Into Chicken Pesto Spaghetti<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-IngredientShot-1.jpg\" alt=\"Flat lay photo of ingredient shot of grilled pesto chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, pesto, pasta water, spaghetti, parmesan cheese\" class=\"wp-image-95272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-IngredientShot-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-IngredientShot-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-IngredientShot-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-IngredientShot-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-IngredientShot-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-IngredientShot-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Chicken Pesto Spaghetti keeps things simple with fresh, vibrant flavours and pantry staples. A few quality ingredients are all you need to make this pasta shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spaghetti:<\/strong> The perfect base for soaking up all that herby basil pesto. You can use any pasta shape you love.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grilled Pesto Chicken:<\/strong> Juicy chicken breasts seasoned with pesto add protein and depth, turning this into a complete meal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cherry Tomatoes:<\/strong> Bursting with sweetness, they balance the richness of the pesto and bring colour to every bite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basil Pesto:<\/strong> Whether homemade or store-bought, pesto is the star of this dish, coating the pasta with fresh garlic, herb, and nutty parmesan flavour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note: <\/strong>Please see <a href=\"#recipe-card\">recipe card<\/a> at the bottom for a full list of ingredients with measurements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-add-ins-and-swaps-if-you-re-feeling-creative\">Add Ins And Swaps If You\u2019re Feeling Creative<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to switch things up without breaking the recipe? These work beautifully and are not already in the base dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sun Dried Tomatoes:<\/strong> Add a sweet tang that cuts through the richness of the pesto.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toasted Pine Nuts or Walnuts:<\/strong> A little crunch goes a long way and makes the dish feel restaurant level.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spinach or Rocket:<\/strong> Tossed in at the end, it wilts perfectly and adds a fresh green note.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lemon Zest:<\/strong> Brightens everything up without turning it into a lemon pasta.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-chicken-pesto-spaghetti\">How To Make Chicken Pesto Spaghetti<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step1.jpg\" alt=\"Cook the spaghetti in a large pot.\" class=\"wp-image-94845\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Boil the Pasta<\/strong>: Cook spaghetti in a large pot of well salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve 1\/2 cup pasta water.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step2.jpg\" alt=\"Smother the chicken breast fillets with pesto and season with salt and pepper.\" class=\"wp-image-94846\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step2-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Coat the Chicken<\/strong>: Smother chicken fillets with about 2 tablespoons basil pesto per breast. Season with salt and pepper.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step3.jpg\" alt=\"Cook the chicken and cherry tomatoes on top of the grill until lightly browned.\" class=\"wp-image-94847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step3-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step3-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Grill Option<\/strong>: Preheat a barbecue plate, grill pan, or skillet over medium high heat. Cook chicken 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through, then grill tomatoes until softened and lightly browned.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step4.jpg\" alt=\"Place the chicken in a baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then add the cherry tomatoes and bake another 20 minutes.\" class=\"wp-image-94848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step4-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step4-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Oven Option<\/strong>&#8221; Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F | 180\u00b0C and line a baking dish with foil. Bake chicken for 30 minutes, add tomatoes around the fillets, then bake 20 minutes more until chicken is no longer pink.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step5.jpg\" alt=\"Add the remaining pesto to the cooked spaghetti with the 1\/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss until fully combined.\" class=\"wp-image-94849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step5-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step5-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Toss the Spaghetti<\/strong>: Add remaining pesto to the cooked spaghetti with 1\/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss over low heat until glossy and well combined.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step6.jpg\" alt=\"Slice the chicken and arranged over the spaghetti and tomatoes. Add freshly grated parmesan on top.\" class=\"wp-image-94850\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step6-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/BasilPestoChickenSpaghetti-Step6-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Slice and Serve<\/strong>: Slice chicken and arrange over the spaghetti with the tomatoes. Spoon over a little extra pesto and finish with freshly grated parmesan.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chicken Pesto Spaghetti pairs perfectly with a side of <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/individual-garlic-cheese-bread\/\">Garlic Cheese Bread<\/a> or a melty <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/spinach-and-ricotta-grilled-cheese\/\">Spinach and Ricotta Grilled Cheese<\/a>. For something lighter, a crisp <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/avocado-greek-salad\/\">Greek Salad<\/a> adds freshness, while <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/creamy-pumpkin-spinach-soup-crispy-bacon\/\">Creamy Pumpkin and Spinach Soup with Crispy Bacon<\/a><strong> <\/strong>brings cozy comfort to the table.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pro-tips-from-someone-who-s-made-this-too-many-times\">Pro Tips From Someone Who\u2019s Made This Too Many Times<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes before slicing so it stays juicy when mixed through the pasta.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always save pasta water. A splash or two helps the pesto coat the spaghetti smoothly instead of clumping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warm the pesto gently. High heat dulls the basil flavour and can make the sauce taste flat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grate your cheese fresh. Pre grated cheese does not melt as nicely and can dull the final texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-recipe-faq-s\">Recipe FAQ&#8217;s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1733457286629\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I Use A Different Pasta For Chicken Pesto Spaghetti?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, while spaghetti is classic, you can make this chicken pesto pasta recipe with penne, linguine, or even zoodles for a lighter option.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756536321712\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Should I Use Homemade Or Store-Bought Pesto?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Both work beautifully. Homemade pesto adds a fresher flavour, but a good quality store-bought pesto makes this pesto spaghetti with chicken extra quick and convenient.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756536322918\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How Do I Keep The Pasta From Drying Out?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Reserve a little pasta water and toss it through the spaghetti with the pesto. It helps create a silky sauce that clings to every strand.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-271.jpg\" alt=\"Spaghetti rolled over the fork from Basil Pesto Chicken Spaghetti\" class=\"wp-image-28136\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-271.jpg 800w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-271-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-271-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-271-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-271-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Spaghetti-Pesto-271-768x1152.jpg 768w, 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votes<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-none\">Basil Pesto Chicken Spaghetti<\/h2>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-label\">By <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\">Karina Carrel<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-separated wprm-block-text-none\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label 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class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">34<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" 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class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;cup&#032;homemade basil pesto&#032;or store bought pesto\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">homemade basil pesto<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or store bought pesto<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;pinch&#032;parmesan cheese&#032;freshly grated, to serve\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pinch<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">parmesan cheese<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">freshly grated, to serve<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-40411-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-40411-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"40411\"><h3 id=\"recipe-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Instructions&nbsp;<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-40411-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Boil spaghetti according to packet directions in salted water. Drain; reserve 1\/2 cup pasta water.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-40411-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Meanwhile, cook <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/2-ingredient-pesto-chicken-recipe\/\">pesto chicken and tomatoes using this recipe<\/a>.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-40411-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add pesto mixture to the cooked spaghetti with 1\/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss over low heat until well combined. Divide amongst serving bowls. Slice chicken breasts and arrange over the spaghetti. Top with parmesan. Serve warm.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-40411-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">We recommend using our homemade <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/homemade-basil-pesto-recipe\/\">Basil Pesto<\/a>, but you can use store bought if you prefer.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-40411-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">491<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">81<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">21<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.003<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">20<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">188<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">670<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">679<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">35<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">71<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span 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