Chicken Pesto Pasta
A comforting and flavorful Chicken Pesto Pasta with tender chicken, vibrant green pesto, and juicy cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (such as penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, pesto sauce, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Gently toss everything together until all the ingredients are well coated in the vibrant pesto sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, giving it one last mix for even flavor distribution.
- Serve your creation topped with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh basil, adding a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
To elevate your meal, pair with a light arugula salad and a glass of chilled white wine. This dish is versatile and can be made ahead of time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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