Pesto Chicken Pasta
Indulge in this creamy and flavorful Pesto Chicken Pasta, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and rich pesto for a satisfying meal!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 500 g diced chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 40 g unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 250 g short pasta (cooking time: 8-9 mins)
- 1 head broccoli cut into florets, stalk sliced (or 2 cups of your preferred vegetables)
- 2 tablespoons pesto either homemade or store-bought
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken along with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring until the chicken is no longer pink. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Melt the butter in the same skillet, then stir in the garlic for about 30 seconds. Pour in the chicken broth and cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Introduce the uncooked pasta, cooking for 4 minutes without the lid while stirring occasionally.
- Add the broccoli (or your choice of vegetables) on top of the pasta. Cover with a lid and let it cook for another 4 minutes, gently stirring the pasta to prevent sticking.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and mix in the pesto and Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Top with fresh basil leaves and enjoy!