Ingredients
Recipe by @beyondtheplate.nutrition
2 chicken breasts
1 pack Vetta Smart Protein Pasta
1 bunch broccolini, roughly chopped
1 punnet cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 spring onions, finely sliced
½–1 red onion, finely diced
½ pumpkin, cut into cubes
1 jar pesto* Parmesan, to serve
Olive oil
Salt & pepper
Method
Poach the chicken: Place chicken breasts in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to high heat until the water is just starting to bubble, then turn off the heat before it reaches a full boil. Cover with a lid and leave for 15-20 minutes. Drain and shred.
Roast the pumpkin: While the chicken is poaching, roast pumpkin at 200°C until golden and soft.
Prep the veggies: Chop the broccolini, cherry tomatoes, spring onion and red onion.
Cook the pasta: Cook according to the packet instructions. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
Bring it all together: Add the pasta, shredded chicken, roasted pumpkin and fresh vegetables to a large bowl. Add pesto and toss until everything is well coated.
Serve: Finish with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan and enjoy!!!