Description
Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is a deliciously indulgent dish that brings together tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich, herbaceous pesto sauce. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, offering comfort and satisfaction in every bite. With minimal prep time, you can whip up this culinary masterpiece that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown (about 6-8 minutes).
- Add Garlic and Pesto: Stir in minced garlic during the last minute of cooking, then add pesto sauce; mix well.
- Pour in Heavy Cream: Reduce heat to low and gently stir in heavy cream until combined and heated through.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken and sauce; toss until evenly coated. Finish with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 705
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg