One-Pot Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta That Delights Every Bite
A delicious and easy one-pot creamy pesto chicken pasta that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and flavorful pesto for a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium heat and add the diced chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the pasta, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the pasta is cooked al dente.
- Stir in the pesto sauce, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well until everything is combined and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for quick meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg