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Nutrition
PER SERVING (4) 333 kcalories, 33g protein, 22g carbohydrates, 13g fat, 4g saturated fat, 4g fibre, 2g sugars, 0.13g sodium.
Nutrition - as well as the nutritional value of the Peas this recipe contains: vitamin A and beta carotene, B complex vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin D, calcium, magnesium, iron, selenium, zinc, potassium, plus antioxidants from the seasonings. Glycaemic Load of 7.
300g dried pasta, farfalle, penne or similar
250g frozen peas
400g chicken breast, diced into 2cm pieces
1 tbsp vegetable or rapeseed oil
3 tbsp red pesto
2 tbsp Cheddar cheese, grated
Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and add the pasta. Cook for 10 minutes, until the pasta is almost ready, then add the frozen peas. Bring back to the boil, cook for 1 minute, then drain well.
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan and add the chicken pieces. Saute over a medium heat for 5 - 6 minutes, stirring regularly, until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through. Add the pesto and cook for a further minute.
Add the pesto chicken into the drained pasta and peas, mix well and season to taste. Sprinkle with the grated cheese and serve in bowls, with warm crusty bread.
Serves 4
Preparation Time 5 minutes
Cooking Time 15 minutes
The less water you use when cooking peas, the less vitamin C lost. Steaming helps to conserve this vitamin.
When boiling frozen peas, add enough water to cover, bring to the boil and then cover and simmer for 3 minutes. To microwave 227 grams (8oz) of frozen peas add 15ml (1 tablespoon) of water, place in a non metallic container and cover. Cook on full power for 4 minutes (750W) or 4 1/2 minutes (650W).
Peas, the all year round convenience food! What more could you ask for?