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Broccoli Pesto Bake

November 16, 2022

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Broccoli Pesto Bake
Enjoy this low budget meal that makes more than four servings! Simple to bake and easy to create new varieties by adding different vegetables and protein choices.
Dinner recipe - broccoli pesto bake
Course Entrees
Cuisine Healthy Diabetic, Heart Healthy, Weight Management
Keyword 300 calories or less, diabetic friendly, family friendly, heart healthy, simple meals, snack ideas
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Servings
Ingredients
  • 12 ounces or about 2 ½ cups of cooked chicken
  • 1 cup whole wheat pasta
  • 3 cups broccoli, chopped
  • 3 cups mushrooms, chopped
  • 4 Tbsp pesto
  • 1 cup Italian blend shredded cheese
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp crushed red pepper (optional)
Course Entrees
Cuisine Healthy Diabetic, Heart Healthy, Weight Management
Keyword 300 calories or less, diabetic friendly, family friendly, heart healthy, simple meals, snack ideas
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Servings
Ingredients
  • 12 ounces or about 2 ½ cups of cooked chicken
  • 1 cup whole wheat pasta
  • 3 cups broccoli, chopped
  • 3 cups mushrooms, chopped
  • 4 Tbsp pesto
  • 1 cup Italian blend shredded cheese
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp crushed red pepper (optional)
Dinner recipe - broccoli pesto bake
Instructions
  1. Boil 2 cups of water and add 1 cup whole wheat pasta, cook 10-12 min
  2. Preheat oven to 325 F
  3. In a bowl mix chopped broccoli and mushrooms with pesto, spices, and olive oil
  4. Layer baking dish with cooked pasta, chicken, vegetables, and cheese
  5. Bake 25-30 minutes, until steaming hot
  6. Let cool and enjoy!
Recipe Notes

Nutrition Facts:
Serves: 6
1 serving = 2 cups
Calories: 325
Fat: 16g
Saturated fat: 5g
Sodium: 459mg
Potassium: 883mg
Carbohydrate: 19g
Fiber: 3g
Total sugars: 2g
Protein: 26g
Choices/Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 2 lean protein, 1 dairy, ½ starch, 2 fats

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