Chicken pesto pasta

This dish is an easy, yet delicious and flavorful pasta main dish!

Main Dish
Easy 2025 min 500 cal
Steps

1. Cook the penne in salted boiling water until al dente 2. Meanwhile, heat a large skillet with the olive oil. When hot, add the chicken, season with salt and pepper and cook for about 8-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. 3. When the pasta is done, drain and add to the skillet with the chicken and pesto. Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes until everything is mixed together 4. Serve in a plate and sprinkle with fresh chopped basil and parmesan cheese (optional). Enjoy!

Ingredients

• 5 oz chicken • 2 ounces penne • 1/2 tsp olive oil • 1/4 cup pesto • 1 handful basil • Salt and pepper

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