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Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A rich and flavorful pasta dish combining tender chicken, creamy pesto sauce, and perfectly cooked penne for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 0.5 pound Penne pasta (about 2 1/2 cups dry)
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized chunks)
  • Salt and pepper Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Half and half or milk/cream
  • 0.5 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup Freshly shredded Mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup Basil pesto (or more, to taste)

Garnish

  • to taste Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
  • Sauté chicken with olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until browned. Remove and set aside.
  • Melt butter, whisk in flour, cook until golden, then gradually add broth and cream, simmer until thickened.
  • Remove sauce from heat, stir in pesto, Parmesan, and mozzarella until melted. Add chicken and pasta, toss to coat.
  • Garnish with basil and black pepper. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add more pesto or fresh herbs as desired.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Pasta