Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta: A Cozy and Indulgent Delight
A delightful and creamy pasta dish featuring pesto and tender chicken, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and diced
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large skillet, combine the cooked chicken and pesto over medium heat.
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan; mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with shrimp or a vegetarian option for a different taste.
- Adjust the amount of pesto according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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