Ingredients
- 250 g penne pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 200g each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes havled
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and set it aside.
Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice it into thin strips.
Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Stir in the pesto sauce and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Combine:
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet with the sauce.
- Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are well coated with the pesto sauce.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish the chicken pesto pasta with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve hot, and enjoy your delicious meal!This recipe serves approximately 4 servings. Adjust the quantities accordingly if you need more or fewer servings.
Nutrition Facts
Chicken pesto pasta
Amount per Serving
Calories
661
% Daily Value*
Fat
37
g
57
%
Saturated Fat
13
g
81
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
9
g
Cholesterol
86
mg
29
%
Sodium
735
mg
32
%
Potassium
503
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
54
g
18
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
1447
IU
29
%
Vitamin C
11
mg
13
%
Calcium
216
mg
22
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.