Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pasta (penne, linquini or bow ties); 3 boneless chicken breasts; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 cup butter; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons basil pesto; shredded parmesan cheese (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 lb pasta (penne, linquini or bow ties)
3 boneless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup butter
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons basil pesto
shredded parmesan cheese (to garnish)

1
Cook pasta according to package. Drain and set aside.
2
In large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter and the olive oil over medium heat.
3
Brown chicken breasts on both sides until nicely golden and cooked through, about 8-9 minutes each side. Remove from pan and cut into 1/2 pieces.
4
Pour out drippings from pan but don't wipe the pan out. In the same pan, melt 1/4 cup butter on medium heat. Add the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Saute for 2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and dash of white pepper. Cook 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently. Slowly stir in the parmesan cheese into a creamy mixture, stirring constantly. Stir in the pesto sauce and cook for about 5 minutes, until thickened. Stir in the chicken pieces for about 3 minutes.
5
Serve with breadsticks.
6
Serve chicken and sauce over the hot noodles.
7
Garnish with parmesan cheese and fresh ground black pepper (optional).

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pasta (penne, linquini or bow ties), 3 boneless chicken breasts, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta 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.

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

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