Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta
A delightful dish combining perfectly cooked pasta with a rich, creamy pesto sauce and tender chicken. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian option
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 8 ounces of pasta
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve a bit of pasta water before draining.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken.
- Mix in the basil pesto and heavy cream.
- Adjust the creaminess with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Garnish with fresh basil and parmesan before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with sautéed mushrooms or zucchini. For vegan, use plant-based cream and pasta.
Find it online: https://tasty.pedrorecipes.com/creamy-pesto-chicken-pasta/