Description
Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant pesto, and rich cream for an unforgettable meal. This quick recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, delivering hearty flavors in every bite. With its beautiful presentation and customizable ingredients, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Gather your loved ones and enjoy this creamy delight that warms the heart and satisfies the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup pesto sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by gathering all items.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden brown and cooked through (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Reduce heat; add minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until fragrant (1 minute). Stir in heavy cream and pesto until combined.
- Add cooked pasta and half of the Parmesan cheese to the sauce; toss gently until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg