Pesto Chicken Pasta
A quick and delightful pasta dish with creamy pesto, shredded chicken, and cherry tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta (any type)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and creamy pesto sauce. Stir gently to ensure everything is coated evenly.
- Toss in the halved cherry tomatoes, along with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Combine all ingredients until mixed.
- Transfer the pasta to serving plates, top with grated Parmesan cheese, and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
Great with a crisp garden salad or garlic bread. Consider making homemade pesto for an elevated taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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