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These Carbs Don't Count
May 13, 2025
This Pesto Chicken Pasta is bursting with flavor and rich in creamy, herby goodness. Perfectly seasoned chicken is pan-seared until golden, then combined with a luscious sauce of garlic, bone broth, cream, pesto, and Parmesan. Bowtie pasta soaks up every drop of the velvety sauce, making it an incredibly satisfying and crowd-pleasing meal. Simple, quick, and loaded with bold flavor—this is comfort food with a gourmet twist.
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Pesto Chicken Pasta
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.
2
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, basil, garlic powder, and onion powder.
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In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter with a dash of olive oil. Add chicken and cook 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from pan and set aside.
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Add another 2 tbsp butter to the skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.
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Pour in bone broth and bring to a simmer.
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Stir in heavy cream, then add the same seasoning mix used for the chicken.
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Add pesto and mix well until sauce is smooth.
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Add cooked pasta, cooked chicken, and a splash of reserved pasta water. Let cook together for a few minutes.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and fully combined.
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Top with extra cheese and serve hot.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pesto Emulsion Magic 🥣Slowly whisk pesto into the cream sauce to prevent separation and create a smooth, well-integrated flavor profile.
- Pasta Water Preservation 💧Always reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining, which helps bind the sauce and adds silky texture to your dish.
- Chicken Searing Technique 🍳Pat chicken breasts completely dry with paper towels before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown crust with maximum flavor development.
- Flavor Layering Trick 🧄Toast garlic briefly in butter before adding other liquids to unlock deeper, more complex aromatic notes in your sauce.
- Parmesan Integration Method 🧀Remove the pasta from heat before stirring in Parmesan to prevent breaking and ensure a smooth, creamy consistency.
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