Now, when I say one-pan, I mean it. Uncooked pasta is tossed into the pan (no cluttering up the stovetop or waiting for pasta water to boil!) and the starches released from the pasta help to thicken the luscious sauce. Don’t feel limited by the broccoli either, there are plenty of other delicious veggie variations, which I’ve listed below for you. It’s the ultimate recipe to use up any odds and ends in the fridge.
Meal prep it
This is the perfect recipe to make ahead of time, ready for when you need it! Refrigerate the cooked pasta for up to 3 days, or freeze it for up to 2 months. For best results, thaw it completely in the fridge overnight prior to reheating in the microwave or on the stovetop.
What other vegetables can I add in?
Aside from broccoli, you could add sliced green beans, sliced asparagus, finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sliced green beans, snow peas (mangetout), spinach leaves or cherry tomatoes. You can add up to 3 cups of vegetables.
How to perfectly cook one-pan pasta
To make a one-pan pasta dish (where the pasta is cooked in the pan with the sauce), it’s important that you use a heavy-based piece of cookware, such as a heavy-based casserole dish (cast-iron) or a thick-based, deep frying pan. Thin cookware will not heat evenly and may leave you with too much or too little liquid. The liquid needs to be simmering the entire time (gently with small bubbles). If it isn’t, modify the heat by turning it up or down slightly to maintain that simmer.
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Is One-pan Pesto Chicken Pasta suitable for leftovers?
Yes, One-pan Pesto Chicken Pasta can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months. For best results, thaw completely in the fridge overnight before reheating in the microwave or on the stovetop. 4.9 from 8 reviews
Make ahead
Prep the chicken and vegetables up to 3 days prior.
Leftovers
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months. For best results, thaw completely in the fridge overnight before reheating in the microwave or on the stovetop.
