Here's one for all you busy legends juggling work, life, and the ever-present search for missing socks. This Gluten Free Chicken Pesto Pasta dinner is as easy as it is tasty, with a cheeky dash of greens to make you feel like an actual grown-up.
Ah, the midweek slump. The kids are whining, you’re exhausted, and even the dog is judging your life choices. But fear not! Gluten Free Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe is here to save the day, because nothing says "I’ve got this" like a giant bowl of pasta that's technically green. Bonus: it fits perfectly in your trusty 10-cup Tupperware for meal prepping.
Rotisserie Chicken allows for minimal effort and maximum taste, this dish will make you feel like a superhero in the kitchen—cape optional, but highly recommended.
If you haven't found your favorite Gluten Free pasta then I highly recommend Jovial Gluten Free Fusilli. {CAN'T STOP DROOLING} It's made with brown rice but somehow tastes like regular pasta and doesn't turn to mush or make the water soupy.
Why This Gluten Free Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe Works
This Gluten Free Chicken Pesto Pasta is perfect for weeknight dinners or lazy meal prep Sundays. It’s loaded with protein (cheers, rotisserie chicken!), and the cherry tomatoes add a little pop of color without too much “veggie” flavor. With swirly pasta and creamy pesto, it’ll keep everyone – big and small – happy and fed. Serve with some hot-n-yummy Gluten-Free Sourdough Bread or Gluten Free Focaccia (even check out our take on the Zojirushi Virtuoso Bread Machine for a SUPER easy bread recipe.) and you'll be the superhero we all know you are!
Ingredients
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (because you’re busy, important, and way too fabulous to cook chicken from scratch)
12 oz gluten-free pasta (any shape will do, but those little swirly ones add a bit of excitement for the tiny humans)
1/2 cup gluten-free pesto (you know, the green stuff that makes it look like you’re feeding them veggies)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (yes, you can sneak in a little color without triggering a meltdown)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional, but really, let’s be honest – cheese is non-negotiable)
Instructions
Boil the Pasta Like a Pro: Start by cooking that gluten free pasta according to the package instructions, like the responsible adult you pretend to be. Once it’s al dente, drain the pasta but don’t toss out all the water! Keep a little on the side (about 1/4 cup) because nobody wants a dry pasta situation – not even the dog.
Make It Saucy: Stir in the pesto, halved cherry tomatoes, and shredded chicken. Give it a hearty mix until it looks like something out of a food magazine. You’re aiming for pasta coated in creamy green goodness with bright pops of red – a veritable work of art (or at least an Instagram-worthy dish).
If You’re Meal Prepping, Tupperware Time! If you’re prepping for the week, toss the whole glorious concoction into a 10-cup Tupperware. This recipe is designed to keep nicely for up to five days, so you’re sorted for lunches or quick dinners.
Parmesan Finish (aka Don’t Skip the Cheese) When you’re ready to eat, sprinkle with a generous handful of grated Parmesan. Try not to snack on too much while cooking, but hey – no judgment here. Cheese happens to the best of us!
Storage:
In the fridge: Good for 3-4 days, so you can finally have one less thing to worry about.
Reheating: Microwave for 1-2 minutes, or just serve it cold in a lunch box.
Family Hack:
If the kids start complaining about "green stuff" in their pasta, just call it magic sauce and watch them dig in. Works every time!
So there you have it, an easy, peasy, cheesy, gluten free dinner that’s absolutely worth the (minimal) effort. Now go on, eat your heart out – and maybe share it if you’re feeling generous.
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