Pesto Chicken Pasta
A creamy, vibrant bowl of pasta loaded with flavorful pesto, tender chicken, and fresh tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Chicken
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Combine the drained pasta, shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, and pesto sauce in a large mixing bowl.
- Toss the pasta gently until every noodle is coated with pesto and the tomatoes are mixed in.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Notes
Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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