Description
Chicken Pesto Pasta is a delightful blend of creamy basil pesto, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked pasta that creates an unforgettable flavor experience. This dish is not only simple to prepare but also versatile enough for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With each bite, you’ll enjoy the freshness of cherry tomatoes and the richness of Parmesan cheese, making it a favorite for family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add tomatoes: In the last few minutes of cooking, add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet around the chicken until softened.
- Combine: Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the skillet with chicken and tomatoes. Stir in fresh basil pesto until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve: Plate your Chicken Pesto Pasta and top generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg