Pesto Pasta

Savor the perfect blend of flavors with this chicken pesto pasta recipe. Elevate your dining experience with al dente pasta, succulent chicken, and a luscious pesto sauce that comes together for a delightful and satisfying dish

Prep time:

15 mins

Servings:

Cook time:

20 mins

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Total time:

35 mins

What you'll need

Ingredients

12 oz (340g) linguine or your preferred pasta
1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup (180ml) heavy cream
1 cup (about 40g) fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup (about 50g) grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup (30g) pine nuts
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup (120ml) extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup (about 120g) cherry tomatoes, halved
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Directions

STEP 1

Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside

STEP 2

Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper

STEP 3

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through. Set aside

STEP 4

In a blender or food processor, combine heavy cream, fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and minced garlic. Blend until smooth

STEP 5

With the blender running, slowly add extra-virgin olive oil until the pesto sauce is well combined

STEP 6

In the skillet used for the chicken, add the cooked pasta, chicken, cherry tomatoes, and pesto sauce. Toss until everything is evenly coated and heated through

STEP 7

Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot

Nutrition facts (per serving)

Calories:

680

Protein:

28g

Fat:

48g

Carbs:

42g

Fiber:

Sugar:

Sodium:

330mg