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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
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
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!

Notes

Indulge in the simplicity and elegance of this timeless Italian-inspired dish, Classic Chicken Pesto Pasta!
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