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Best for Muscle Gain

Chicken Pesto Pasta

High calorie, high protein - perfect for building muscle

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Serves: 1

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat penne
  • 6 oz chicken breast
  • 3 tbsp basil pesto
  • 1/4 cups sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp pine nuts
  • 1/4 cups parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup (30 g) baby spinach
  • Garlic, red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook pasta according to package directions

  2. 2

    Season and cook chicken breast, slice when cool

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil, add garlic and red pepper flakes

  4. 4

    Toss pasta with pesto, chicken, and sun-dried tomatoes

  5. 5

    Add spinach, pine nuts, and parmesan

💡 Pro Tips

  • • Prep ingredients ahead of time to save cooking time
  • • Double the recipe and freeze half for easy meal prep
  • • Adjust seasonings to taste - everyone's preferences are different
  • • Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (adjusted)
Calories785
Protein52g
Carbohydrates68g
Fat32g
Macro Distribution
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Best Time to Eat

Midday (12-2 PM)
Great post-workout recovery meal