Creamy Basil Pasta With Chicken & Vegetables Recipe

Name: Creamy Basil Pasta With Chicken & Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces dried uncooked penne pasta; 1 1/2 cups Land O Lakes Half & Half or Fat Free Half & Half; 1 (1.2-ounce) package creamy pesto sauce mix*; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil**; 1 tablespoon Land O Lakes Butter; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 medium (1/2 cup) onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups small broccoli florets; 1/2 cup chicken broth or white wine; 2 red, yellow and/or orange bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces; Shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired

Servings: persons

6 ounces dried uncooked penne pasta
1 1/2 cups Land O Lakes Half & Half or Fat Free Half & Half
1 (1.2-ounce) package creamy pesto sauce mix*
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil**
1 tablespoon Land O Lakes Butter
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium (1/2 cup) onion, chopped
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups small broccoli florets
1/2 cup chicken broth or white wine
2 red, yellow and/or orange bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
Shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
Drain; set aside.
3
Keep warm.
4
Whisk half & half, sauce mix, olive oil and basil together in bowl until smooth; set aside.
5
Melt butter in deep 12-inch non-stick skillet.
6
Add chicken, onion, garlic, salt and pepper.
7
Cook over medium heat 5-8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.
8
Add all remaining ingredients except Parmesan cheese.
9
Cover; continue cooking 4-6 minutes or until broccoli is crisply tender.
10
Gradually stir in sauce mixture.
11
Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring constantly, 2-3 minutes or until mixture is thickened and heated through.
12
Stir in cooked pasta.
13
Continue cooking 1 minute or until heated through.
14
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
15
Serve immediately.
16
*Substitute creamy Alfredo sauce mix.
17
**Substitute 1 teaspoon dried basil.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces dried uncooked penne pasta, 1 1/2 cups Land O Lakes Half & Half or Fat Free Half & Half, 1 (1.2-ounce) package creamy pesto sauce mix*, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Creamy Basil Pasta With Chicken & Vegetables falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Basil Pasta With Chicken & Vegetables

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Variations & substitutions

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