Indulge in Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta Delight

Bynews dail

Jan 29, 2025

Creamy Pesto Chicken PastaIngredients:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 (16 ounce) jar pesto 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil 12 ounces linguine or penne pasta 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)Instructions:
1.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2.
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Brown chicken breasts on both sides for 5-7 minutes per side.
3.
Transfer chicken breasts to a baking dish and roast in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
4.
While chicken is roasting, cook pasta according to package directions.
5.
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
Add pesto and cook for 1 minute.
6.
Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
7.
Stir in chopped basil.
8.
Slice chicken breasts into thin strips.
9.
Drain pasta and add it to the sauce.
Stir in chicken strips.
10.
Serve immediately, garnished with toasted pine nuts, if desired.

Indulge in Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta Delight

Bynews dail

By news dail

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