Rice & noodles

Scallion-Garlic Pesto Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Broccoli and chicken with scallion-garlic pesto pasta—a balanced pesto bowl with fiber.

Total 27 min Stockpot Easy 1 servings
StockpotSkillet Cooking for oneHigh-protein mealsLighter meals
Scallion-Garlic Pesto Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Keep broccoli crisp; this uses scallion-garlic pesto (not classic basil pesto) for a lighter bowl.

Steps

How to make it

Prep 9 min · Cook 18 min

  1. Blanch broccoli florets 1 minute; drain. Cut chicken into strips; pinch of salt. Cook pasta al dente; reserve ½ cup pasta water.
  2. Blend scallion greens, minced garlic, 1.5 Tbsp oil, and cheese into a paste—or chop ultra-fine and mix.
  3. Skillet with remaining oil; sear chicken until cooked through; set aside.
  4. Same pan, broccoli 1 minute; add pasta, chicken, pesto, and 2–3 Tbsp pasta water; toss to coat.

Tips & storage

Make it easier

  • Blanch broccoli first so final toss stays short and crisp.
  • Pull chicken out before long pasta tossing so it stays juicy.

Best within 1 day refrigerated.

Substitutions

Cauliflower florets

Optional add-ins

+Bacon+Heavy cream+Parmesan

FAQ

Must broccoli be blanched?

Optional, but blanching shortens the final stir time.