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Chicken Pesto Pasta Creamy Easy 30 Minute Dinner in a homemade serving dish with a fresh, appetizing finish
Huxley Carter

Chicken Pesto Pasta Creamy Easy 30 Minute Dinner - Easy Homemade Favorite

Chicken Pesto Pasta Creamy Easy 30 Minute Dinner - Easy Homemade Favorite is a practical, cozy recipe made for real home kitchens. It focuses on simple ingredients, clear steps, and reliable flavor for everyday cooking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • Pasta shells or penne (12 ounces) - Short pasta catches the creamy pesto sauce in all the little curves. Rotini or bow ties work well too.
  • Chicken breast or chicken cutlets (1 pound) - These cook quickly and stay tender when cut into even bite-size pieces. Boneless chicken pieces from thighs can work too if preferred.
  • Prepared basil pesto (1/2 cup) - This gives the sauce its bold herb and garlic flavor. Use refrigerated pesto for a fresher taste if possible.
  • Heavy cream (1 cup) - Cream smooths out the pesto and creates that cozy, velvety sauce. Half-and-half works, though the sauce will be a little lighter.
  • Parmesan cheese (3/4 cup, finely grated) - Freshly grated Parmesan melts more smoothly and adds salty depth. Pre-shredded cheese is fine in a pinch but can stay slightly grainy.
  • Olive oil, salt, and black pepper - A little oil helps the chicken brown, while salt and pepper season the dish in layers. Low-sodium seasoning gives you more control at the end.

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare ingredients.
  2. Cook according to preferred method.
  3. Serve warm.

Notes

Adjust seasoning, texture, and timing to match your preferred result.