Chicken Pesto Pasta: A Quick and Easy Weeknight Delight
A delicious and simple recipe for Chicken Pesto Pasta that can be made in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup basil pesto
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add cooked chicken and basil pesto, stirring to combine.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add pine nuts or mozzarella cheese.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Pesto Pasta, Easy Dinner, Weeknight Meal