Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta: A Cozy, Indulgent Weeknight Delight
This creamy pesto chicken pasta is the perfect weeknight meal that combines indulgent flavors with a cozy feel.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, combine the shredded chicken and pesto sauce over medium heat.
- Add the heavy cream and stir until well mixed.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese, stirring until everything is well coated.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta