Description
Indulge in a creamy and flavorful pasta dish with this Creamy Avocado Pasta recipe. This dish combines the richness of avocado sauce with tender chicken for a satisfying meal that’s easy to make.
Ingredients
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For the pasta:
- 10 oz Uncooked Pasta (of choice)
- 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breasts (diced or shredded)
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
For the avocado sauce:
- 1 large Ripe Avocado
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Leaves
- 2 Scallions (only green part)
- 2 large Garlic cloves (or 4 small)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated plus more for serving)
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper (or to taste)
For serving (optional):
- Rocket Leaves (as needed)
- Toasted Sourdough
- Roasted Cherry Tomatoes (as needed)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve some pasta water and set it aside. Drain the pasta well.
- Make the Avocado Sauce: Blend avocado, basil, parsley, scallions, garlic, parmesan, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Assemble the Pasta: Toss the pasta with avocado sauce, chicken, red pepper flakes, and reserved pasta water. Serve with additional parmesan, red pepper flakes, and optional sides.
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Avoid freezing as the avocado sauce may not maintain its consistency.
- For reheating, enjoy the pasta cold or gently warm in short bursts in the microwave with a splash of water or milk if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
