Super Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta
This ridiculously simple chicken pesto pasta recipe has just 5 ingredients! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the creamy pesto sauce is silky and irresistible.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta I used penne
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts cut into bite-size strips
- 1 cup pesto click for my recipe or use your favorite store bought
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese optional, to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large, salted pot of water for the pasta and cook it al dente according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, add the olive oil and chicken to a skillet and stir until coated. Sauté over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes, until no longer pink on the outside but not fully cooked inside. It's ok if it doesn't brown.
- Add the pesto and cream to the pan, give it a good stir, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet and toss with the sauce. Season with salt & pepper as needed and top with parmesan if using.
Notes
- DeLallo's pesto is my personal favorite.
Nutrition
Calories: 797kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 730mg | Potassium: 601mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2158IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 157mg | Iron: 2mg