Description
Parmesan Zucchini Tomato Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting and vibrant dish that combines tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and juicy cherry tomatoes tossed with spaghetti and a flavorful basil pesto. This easy-to-make meal is ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. Each bite bursts with the rich flavors of Parmesan cheese and the freshness of garden vegetables, ensuring it will become a family favorite. Perfectly balanced and nutritious, this dish allows for customization with your favorite ingredients, ensuring everyone at the table can enjoy their own version.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 zucchini (sliced)
- 1 lb chicken breast (uncooked, sliced)
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 8 oz spaghetti (uncooked; gluten-free if desired)
- 1 cup red cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup yellow cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté sliced zucchini for about 5 minutes until soft and slightly browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another teaspoon of olive oil and cook sliced chicken seasoned with salt for about 5–7 minutes until fully cooked. Mix in basil pesto.
- Boil water in a pot and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain.
- Combine drained spaghetti with the chicken mixture, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and additional basil pesto over low-medium heat until warmed through.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg