Pesto Chicken Pasta
A delightful fusion of tender chicken, vibrant pesto, and cherry tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free pasta)
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta (your choice)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, cubed
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Combine Chicken and Pesto: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked pasta. Then, toss in the cubed chicken and generous spoonfuls of pesto sauce. Mix until the pasta is coated in the sauce.
- Add Tomatoes and Cheese: Intro the halved cherry tomatoes and grated Parmesan cheese into the mix. Stir gently to distribute the tomatoes evenly.
- Season to Perfection: Season your dish with salt and pepper, tasting as you go to elevate the flavors.
- Serve Warm: Spoon the pasta into bowls, drizzling with olive oil and garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of olive oil or water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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