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Chorizo, prawn and pesto penne

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time20 mins

For an easy mid-week dinner try this delicious all-in-one chorizo, prawn and pesto pasta.

 250 g penne
 2 tbsp olive oil
 260 g Australian Raw Prawns, peeled leaving tails intact, deveined
 400 g chorizo sausage, sliced
 90 g basil pesto
 50 g sliced black olives
 180 g cherry bocconcini, coarsely torn
 1 long red chilli, chopped (optional)
 Flat-leaf parsley leaves, to serve
1

Cook the penne in a large saucepan of boiling water following packet directions or until al dente. Refresh under cold water. Drain well.

2

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook the prawns for 2 mins each side or until prawns curl and change colour. Transfer to a plate. Add the chorizo to the pan and cook, stirring, for 3 mins or until golden brown. Remove from heat.

3

Return the prawns to the pan with the penne, pesto, olive, bocconcini and chilli, if using. Season and toss to combine. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.
With thanks to taste.com.au

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size

Amount per serving
Calories3737
% Daily Value *
Sodium 1942mg85%
Total Carbohydrate 43g16%

Dietary Fiber 4g15%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 46g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.