07/28/2026
Strong bodies are built in the gym and fueled in the kitchen. 🍽️ Try this easy pesto chicken recipe for a protein-packed meal that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. Save it for later!
Directions
1. Cook pasta or rice according to package directions. Reserve ¼–½ cup of pasta water if using pasta.
2. Season chicken breasts with salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (about 5–7 minutes per side). Let rest, then slice.
3. In a blender or food processor, combine:
* 1 cup spinach
* 1 package fresh basil
* 2 cloves garlic
* Juice of ½ lemon
* ¼ cup olive oil
* ¼ cup raw cashews
4. Blend until smooth, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
5. Stir in grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper to taste.
6. Toss the pesto with cooked pasta (or spoon over rice), top with sliced chicken, and finish with extra Parmesan if desired.