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Pesto Chicken Pasta Bake

Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Pesto Chicken Pasta Bake

A delicious family-friendly pasta bake featuring tender chicken, vibrant pesto, and melty cheese. This Mediterranean-inspired dish is easy to prepare and sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz whole wheat pasta
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 cup basil pesto
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups spinach, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F.

  2. 2

    Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

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