Pesto Chicken Pasta: The Best Comfort Food Delight at Home
Enjoy the rich flavors of Pesto Chicken Pasta, a delightful dish perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in the pesto sauce and cooked pasta.
- Add cherry tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Pesto Chicken Pasta