Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe

Chicken Pesto Pasta

Chicken Pesto Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The creamy pesto sauce is a delicious and flavorful way to dress up the pasta, and the chicken adds a touch of protein. This dish is also very versatile, so you can easily customize it to your liking. For example, you can add different vegetables, such as sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers, or you can use different types of pasta, such as penne or spaghetti.

Ingredients

• 450g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup pesto sauce
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 12 ounces pasta, cooked and drained

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
4. Stir in the pesto sauce, chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
6. Serve immediately.

Pesto Recipe

• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until smooth.
2. Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Tips

• For a more flavorful pesto, toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
• If you don't have fresh basil, you can use 1/2 cup of dried basil leaves.
• To make this dish vegetarian, simply omit the chicken.
• Serve with a side salad or a piece of crusty bread.

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