Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is the ultimate one-pot dinner hero—creamy, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes. My version is packed with tender chicken, herby pesto, and a luscious sauce that clings to every bite. It’s a total keeper for busy weeknights or anytime you need a satisfying meal without the mess.

Author: It is a Keeper

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories: 906 kcal per serving

Ingredients

4 thin - Boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp - olive oil
½ tsp - Salt
½ tsp - pepper
1 - Shallot
3 cloves - Garlic
4 cups - Chicken broth
4 tablespoons - Pesto
1 lb - Pasta
1 cup - Half and half
½ cup - Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper and chop into one-inch strips.
Sear chicken on each side in skillet. It does not need to be cooked through at this point.
Once chicken is seared, add shallots and cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Add garlic, chicken broth and 2 tablespoons of pesto.
Add additional salt and pepper to taste.
Bring to a simmer and add the pasta.
Simmer for 9-12 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
Remove from heat and stir in half and half and parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately.

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