Basil Pesto Chicken Pasta Recipe
peppers - onions - garlic - pesto cream sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Boil water in a large pot, add salt, and cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and slice.
- 3
- 4
Make the Sauce
Lower the heat, add basil pesto and heavy cream to the skillet. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Combine Everything
Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated with the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper if necessary.
- 6
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.