Pesto Chicken Pasta

Name: Pesto Chicken Pasta
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 100g boneless chicken breast, sliced; 75g pasta (penne or fusilli); 2 tbsp basil pesto; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; Salt and pepper to taste; 10g grated Parmesan cheese; A handful of cherry tomatoes (optional); Fresh basil leaves for garnish

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25 minTotal time

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550kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

100g boneless chicken breast, sliced
75g pasta (penne or fusilli)
2 tbsp basil pesto
1 tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
10g grated Parmesan cheese
A handful of cherry tomatoes (optional)
Fresh basil leaves for garnish

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A delightful and flavorful dish combining tender chicken, fresh basil pesto, and al dente pasta. Perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal packed with vibrant flavors.

Steps

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add sliced chicken breast to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Reduce heat to low, add the cooked pasta and basil pesto to the pan, stirring to coat everything evenly.
If using, add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes until slightly softened.
Remove from heat and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.