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Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is the perfect family dinner recipe. It’s aa dish that has homemade basil pesto, creamy sauce, chicken and your choice of pasta.
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It’s a delicious meal that everyone will love. You can have it as a quick dinner or prepare it for a special occasion, this pesto chicken with pasta is always a hit.
Why I Love This Recipe?
I love this recipe because it’s super simple and quick. The creamy and aromatic pesto sauce makes this pasta very aromatic and delicious.
The best part is that it will be ready in just 20 minutes. It’s perfect for hectic weeknights when you need something delicious and very fast. Sometimes I like to throw throw in sun dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes for a little heat. It’s a go to dinner recipe that’s easy to make!
Key Ingredients
Pasta: I love using fettucine because its shape holds the pesto sauce perfectly. Cook it al dente for the best texture. Penne or spaghetti work just as well!
Chicken Breasts: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are perfect. They re delicious and soak up the pesto flavor. Make sure they are fully cooked before mixing with the pasta.
Basil Pesto: Fresh homemade pesto is the best. But store bought pesto works as well great if you’re short on time.
Heavy Cream: This is what makes the sauce so creamy. It gives the pasta a luxurious texture.
Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan is a must! It adds a salty, nutty flavor that complements the pesto perfectly. Mix some into the sauce and sprinkle a little extra on top before serving.
Olive Oil: I use olive oil to sauté the chicken and give the dish a little extra flavor. Extra virgin olive oil is my favorite for its bold and fruity taste.
Expert Tips
Use Fresh Basil: Fresh basil leaves make a world of difference in homemade pesto. If you’re short on time, you can use high-quality store-bought pesto, but fresh is always best.
Cooking Chicken: Make sure the chicken is fully cooked before adding it to the pasta. Overcooked chicken can become dry, so aim for a juicy, tender finish by not overcooking.
Al Dente Pasta: Cook the pasta until just al dente. (1-2 minutes shorter than written on the package) It will continue to cook slightly when mixed with the sauce, so you don’t want it to become too soft.
Creamy Consistency: If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it out with a little pasta water or additional cream. This ensures a perfectly creamy consistency that coats the pasta well.
Customizing Add-ins: add your favorite ingredients like sautéed mushrooms, spinach or even shrimp.
