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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal to satisfy your taste buds? Look no further than chicken pesto pasta! This classic dish combines tender chicken, flavorful pesto sauce, and al dente pasta to create a mouthwatering meal that will have you coming back for more.

Indulge in the simplicity and elegance of this timeless Italian-inspired dish, Classic Chicken Pesto Pasta. The result is a satisfying and comforting meal that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Why Chicken Pesto Pasta?

Chicken pesto pasta is a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. The rich and creamy pesto sauce adds a burst of flavor to the dish, while the chicken provides a hearty protein boost. The pasta serves as a comforting and filling base that ties everything together.

Recipe for homemade pesto below

From Garden to Table: How to Make Fresh Pesto at Home

Ingredients You’ll Need:

Chicken breasts
Pasta
Pesto sauce
Pine nuts and basil lives for garnish
Oil

Instructions:

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
In a large skillet, heat oil on medium-high, add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken. Pour in the pesto sauce and stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
Garnish with pine nuts, Parmesan cheese and/or basil lives for extra cranch and flavor.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious chicken pesto pasta!

Tips for a Perfect Dish:

Feel free to add in additional ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, spinach, or pine nuts for extra flavor and texture.
Use homemade pesto sauce for an even more vibrant and fresh taste.
Garnish with chopped basil leaves for an extra pop of color.

Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe + VIDEO

Classic Chicken Pesto Pasta dish combines tender chicken, flavorful pesto sauce, and al dente pasta to create a mouthwatering meal you will love

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

1 chicken breast
8 oz pasta
1 cup pesto sauce
Oil
Pine nuts, basil lives or Parmesan cheese for garnish
Optional: Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken. Pour in the pesto sauce and stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
Garnish with pine nuts, Parmesan cheese and/or basil lives for extra cranch and flavor.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious chicken pesto pasta!