Creamy Pesto Pasta with Grilled ChickenIngredients:
For the Grilled Chicken:
– 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast- 1/4 cup olive oil- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning- Salt and pepper to tasteFor the Pesto Cream Sauce:
– 1 cup fresh basil leaves- 1/2 cup pine nuts- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese- 1/4 cup olive oil- 1/2 cup heavy cream- 1/4 cup chicken broth- Salt and pepper to tasteFor the Pasta:
– 1 pound pasta (such as penne, rigatoni, or fusilli)- Salt for cooking pastaInstructions:
For the Grilled Chicken:
1.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
2.
Brush the chicken breast with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3.
Grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
4.
Set aside to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
For the Pesto Cream Sauce:
1.
In a food processor or blender, combine the basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
2.
Puree until smooth.
3.
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, chicken broth, and pesto mixture.
4.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
5.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
For the Pasta:
1.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2.
Cook the pasta according to package directions.
3.
Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
To Assemble the Dish:
1.
Add the pesto cream sauce to the pasta and stir to combine.
2.
Slice the grilled chicken and add it to the pasta.
3.
Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Enjoy your creamy pesto pasta with grilled chicken!

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