Trattoria Penne Chicken With Creamy Pesto Sauce

Name: Trattoria Penne Chicken With Creamy Pesto Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pesto:; 5 cloves garlic; 2 c fresh basil; 1/2 t salt; 1/2 c freshly grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 c pine nuts; 1/4 c olive oil; Penne Chicken:; 12 oz skinless boneless chicken breasts cut into strips; 1/2 sweet red pepper cut into strips; 1/2 medium onion cut into strips; 1/4 c olive oil; 1/4 c white wine; 1/2 c heavy cream; Salt; Pepper; Red pepper flakes; Fresh parmesan; 8 oz penne pasta

Servings: persons

Pesto:
5 cloves garlic
2 c fresh basil
1/2 t salt
1/2 c freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 c pine nuts
1/4 c olive oil
Penne Chicken:
12 oz skinless boneless chicken breasts cut into strips
1/2 sweet red pepper cut into strips
1/2 medium onion cut into strips
1/4 c olive oil
1/4 c white wine
1/2 c heavy cream
Salt
Pepper
Red pepper flakes
Fresh parmesan
8 oz penne pasta

1
Pesto:
2
Pulse together first 5 ingredients until desired consistency.
3
Add olive oil slowly until incorporated
4
Set aside.
5
Make penne according to package instructions
6
While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in saute pan. Add chicken, red pepper, and onion and saute until chicken is browned
7
Add white wine and simmer until liquid is reduced by half
8
Add 2 T pesto, whipping cream, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
9
Simmer for several more minutes until heated through and slightly thickened
10
Drain pasta and toss with chicken mixture
11
Garnish with fresh parmesan

1090

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pesto:, 5 cloves garlic, 2 c fresh basil, 1/2 t salt, and more.

Yes, Trattoria Penne Chicken With Creamy Pesto Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!