Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta: A Quick and Indulgent Delight
A rich and satisfying recipe for creamy chicken pesto pasta that is perfect for a quick dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and diced
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a pan, add the cooked chicken, pesto sauce, and heavy cream. Stir to combine and heat through.
- Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese, stirring until well combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as cherry tomatoes or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta, Quick Dinner, Indulgent Pasta