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Easy Creamy Chicken Garlic Pesto Pasta

This delicious Chicken Pesto Pasta is a quick and easy dish that combines tender chicken, fragrant pesto sauce, and al dente pasta. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or special occasions.

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Ingredients

number of servings
2
  • 2 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless Added to
  • 250 gms of pasta (your choice) Added to
  • 12 Cup of basil pesto Added to
  • 14 Cup of grated Parmesan cheese Added to
  • 2 tbls of olive oil Added to
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced Added to
  • salt and pepper Added to
  • Optional: cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves for garnish Added to
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Directions

30 min.
1. Step

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Step

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes, then cut into strips.

3. Step

In the skillet, add remaining olive and minced garlic. Sauté for about one minute until fragrant

4. Step

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss it with the garlic olive oil.

5. Step

Add the pesto and mix until the pasta is coated.

6. Step

Add the sliced chicken and mix in with the pasta and pesto sauce. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top and mix well.

7. Step

Garnish with cherry fresh leaves if desired. Serve hot.

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