Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta: Easy Comfort for Any Dinner Night
This creamy pesto chicken pasta is a delightful blend of flavors, perfect for any dinner night.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add shredded chicken and cook until heated through.
- Stir in pesto sauce and heavy cream; mix well.
- Add cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; stir until combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider toasting the pine nuts.
- This dish is best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta, easy dinner recipe, comfort food