How To Make Pesto Pasta with Chicken
There’s a reason why pasta is a popular favorite. It’s such a multi-purpose dish that can be enjoyed in a multitude of ways. With so many pasta ideas to choose from, your biggest challenge will be deciding on which pasta recipes to go for!
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and sliced
- 1 cup of fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup of pine nuts
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped.
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Gradually add the olive oil while blending until the mixture becomes a smooth paste. Season with salt and pepper.
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In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cooked chicken slices and sauté until heated through.
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Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the chicken. Pour the pesto sauce over the pasta and toss until well coated.
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Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through.
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Serve hot and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories : 530kcal
- Total Fat : 32g
- Saturated Fat : 6g
- Cholesterol : 63mg
- Sodium : 340mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 37g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 2g
- Protein : 28g
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