⏱ 30 min totalChicken and Squash Pesto Pasta
Per 1 serving · 275 g · 7 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein32g27% of calories
- Carbs48g39% of calories
- Fat18g34% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Chicken and Squash Pesto Pasta (275 g) has 491 calories, with 32 g of protein, 48 g of carbohydrates and 18 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (39% of calories). It is high in protein (65% DV), Vitamin C (20% DV) and Vitamin K (31% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 22% and 23% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein65%
- Vitamin C20%
- Vitamin K31%
- Thiamine55%
- Riboflavin (B2)44%
- Niacin81%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Dietary fiber16%
- Vitamin E16%
- Vitamin B1213%
- Choline16%
- Calcium19%
- Potassium15%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Saturated fat22%
- Cholesterol23%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
2 oz Spaghetti
½ tbsp Olive oil
3 oz Chicken breast
½ medium Summer squash
1 cloves, minced Garlic
¹⁄₁₆ cup Basil pesto
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
Directions
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
- 2
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through to 165°F.
- 3
Add the sliced squash and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the squash is tender and the garlic is fragrant, 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- 4
In a large bowl, toss the hot pasta with the pesto until evenly coated.
- 5
Add the chicken and squash mixture to the pasta and toss to combine. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve warm.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (275 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 54 μg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg | 20% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 16% |
| Vitamin K | 38 μg | 31% |
| Thiamine | 1 mg | 55% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 1 mg | 44% |
| Niacin | 13 mg | 81% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 83% |
| Folate (B9) | 171 μg | 43% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 μg | 13% |
| Pantothenic acid | 2 mg | 35% |
| Choline | 87 mg | 16% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 187 mg | 19% |
| Iron | 3 mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 719 mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 83 mg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 419 mg | 60% |
| Zinc | 2 mg | 19% |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | 28% |
| Manganese | 1 mg | 32% |
| Selenium | 58 μg | 106% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 2 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Arginine | 2 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 3 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 125 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.4 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 10 μg | — |
| Fructose | 1 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 7 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 3 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Lysine | 2 g | — |
| Maltose | 1 g | — |
| Methionine | 1 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 8 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 4 g | — |
| Proline | 2 g | — |
| Retinol | 28 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 35 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0.3 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0.3 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.4 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 2 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0.1 μg | — |
Burning 491 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 93minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 59minCycling (moderate)
- 41minRunning (6 mph)
- 69minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Chicken and Squash Pesto Pasta?
One serving of Chicken and Squash Pesto Pasta (1 serving) has 491 calories, which works out to 179 calories per 100 g. That is about 25% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Chicken and Squash Pesto Pasta high in protein?
It provides a solid 32 g of protein per serving (65% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 27% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Chicken and Squash Pesto Pasta keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 44 g of net carbs and 39% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Chicken and Squash Pesto Pasta?
373 mg per serving.
How much sugar is in Chicken and Squash Pesto Pasta?
4.2 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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