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Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

This Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta recipe is ready in under 30 minutes! Tender penne pasta with juicy chicken breast tossed in a creamy pesto alfredo sauce using homemade pesto.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Valentina

Instructions

Cook pasta-

  • Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain, cover and set aside to keep warm.

Cook chicken-

Make sauce-

  • In a deep skillet, over low/medium heat, melt together butter and garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Whisk together the heavy whipping cream and flour pout into the skillet, whisk vigorously. Add the parmesan cheese, pesto and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook over low heat until sauce thickens, stirring frequently.
  • Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken into the skillet and toss to combine.
  • Top with fresh chopped basil and grated parmesan cheese.
  • Enjoy!