Ingredients
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- 2 cups pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- to taste salt and pepper
- for garnish fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Start by boiling water in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown.
- Once the chicken is cooked, pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Mix in the pesto sauce and half of the Parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined and creamy.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is coated in the creamy pesto sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if you like.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20